Give me four years, if I fail, vote me out – Kennedy Agyapong tells NPP delegates

Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, a presidential hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has appealed to party delegates in the Western North Region to repose their trust in him as the party’s leader in the lead-up to the 2028 presidential elections, undertaking to demonstrate his capabilities within a four-year period.

At a meeting with delegates, the former Assin Central legislator delivered an impassioned plea for support, emphasizing that his leadership would produce concrete results or he would willingly step aside.

“I respectfully request that you grant me the opportunity for a maximum period of four years. If I fail, you can remove me and provide another individual with the opportunity. That person can draw lessons from my mistakes. If I succeed, you can permit me to continue. Please, let us develop our country and our party,” Kennedy Agyapong stated.

The outspoken politician, known for his bluntness and bold style, positioned himself as the most credible candidate to lead the NPP to victory. “I am not coming to enrich myself or make empty promises. I am coming to work for the ordinary Ghanaian. If I cannot deliver, vote me out after four years. I will not hold on to power for its own sake,” he added, drawing loud applause from the gathering.

This marks Kennedy Agyapong’s second attempt at leading the NPP, following his second-place finish to former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the party’s 2024 flagbearership race.

He noted that his initial bid has provided valuable lessons, making him more prepared and determined. The NPP presidential primaries, set for January 31, 2026, are anticipated to be highly competitive, with Dr. Bawumia, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, and Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum also in contention.

According to recent polling data from Global Info Analytics, Dr. Bawumia leads with 52% delegate support, followed by Kennedy Agyapong at 17%, and other aspirants with less than 5% support.

Kennedy Agyapong remains confident that his message of accountability and practical leadership will resonate with delegates.

“Ghanaians are tired of talk. They want action. If you give me the chance, I will show the difference between promises and delivery. Judge me by my work, not my words,” he emphasised.