Former Chief Executive Officer of the Public Sector Reforms Secretariat, Mr. Thomas Kusi Boafo, has hailed former Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, as the most formidable and unifying contender to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) into the 2028 general elections.
Speaking on Nhyira FM’s Morning Show hosted by Nana Jantuah in Kumasi, Mr. Kusi Boafo said Dr. Adutwum embodies the integrity, humility and vision the party urgently needs to rebuild its image and regain public trust after its defeat in the 2024 elections.
He described the former Minister as a man with “little political baggage,” whose clean record and performance in the education sector have earned him broad respect both within and outside the party.
“Dr. Adutwum stands tall among all the candidates because he is the one with little baggage. If he can unite the party, he will be successful,” Mr. Kusi Boafo asserted.
Mr. Boafo expressed deep concern over what he called “growing cracks” within the NPP, warning that the party’s chances of returning to power in 2028 would depend on how it manages its internal divisions after the January 31, 2026 presidential primaries.
He condemned the insults, name-calling and wild allegations circulating among supporters of different camps, describing them as destructive to the party’s unity and public image.
“After insulting and throwing wild allegations against opposing candidates, how are you going to campaign for the choice of the delegates who may not be your preferred candidate?” he questioned.
According to him, the NPP must choose a leader who can unite the rank and file and refocus the party on policies that improve the lives of Ghanaians.
Mr. Kusi Boafo emphasised that the party’s next flagbearer should not only be popular, but also possess a clear developmental vision and a track record of results-oriented leadership.
He pointed to Dr. Adutwum’s notable achievements in the education sector, especially his role in expanding Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education as evidence of his competence and commitment to innovation.
“Dr. Adutwum’s leadership style and performance in transforming the education space show that he can deliver results if given the opportunity to lead,” he said.
Mr. Boafo added that electing the former education minister would symbolise a fresh start for the NPP, one based on renewal, reconciliation and hope.
“Given what has happened since the party lost power in 2024, I am convinced that Dr. Adutwum’s leadership will give the NPP the best chance to rebuild and win back the confidence of Ghanaians,” he stated.
He urged delegates to rise above personal loyalties and monetary influences and instead vote for a candidate whose integrity, discipline and vision can unify the party and restore public confidence.
Mr. Boafo expressed optimism that with the right leadership, the NPP can heal its divisions, rebuild its credibility and make a strong comeback in the 2028 general elections.
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