The Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Divine Otu Agorhom, has issued a strong statement affirming the party’s readiness to defend itself against any electoral irregularities in the lead-up to the 2028 general elections.
Delivering the welcome address at the NPP National Delegates Conference held today, July 19, at the University of Ghana Stadium, Mr. Agorhom voiced deep dissatisfaction with the outcome of the 2024 elections.
While acknowledging the will of the people, he alleged that the process was marred by serious irregularities, including electoral violence, intimidation of party agents, ballot box snatching, and a disturbing lack of action by security forces.
“The police stood by helplessly as thugs brutalized observers, including journalists, and women who were stomped on whilst lying defenselessly on the floor,” he recounted. “This was not just an affront to the NPP, it was an assault on our democracy. Fellow patriots, we must speak this truth—not out of bitterness, but out of responsibility. Never again must violence and fear characterize elections in our republic.”
Mr. Agorhom also turned his focus inward, conceding that some of the party’s post-election wounds were self-inflicted. He urged members to halt internal blame games, reconnect with grassroots supporters, and restore discipline and unity.
“Let me be clear: the NPP is ready to defend and protect itself going into 2028. But some of our wounds, we must admit, were self-inflicted. Post-election frustrations have sometimes been misdirected at leadership, creating unnecessary tension and mistrust within our ranks. This must stop,” he emphasized.
He hailed the ongoing constitutional amendment process and the decision to hold early presidential primaries, describing them as timely and strategic efforts to rebuild internal cohesion and position the party for victory.
Mr. Agorhom stressed that the path to reclaiming power will require unity, sacrifice, respect for party structures, and a renewed emphasis on youth and women empowerment.
