Michael Osei Boateng calls for unity, loyalty within NPP

Michael Osei Boateng, popularly known as Pope, has clarified that the ongoing base movements within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) are not being driven by any prominent figure within the party.

He emphasized that even where individuals of influence may be associated with such movements, their loyalty and commitment to the NPP should not be questioned.

He further noted that some individuals involved in these movements may have previously aligned with the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), particularly in light of what he described as the disappointing performance of their government.

Speaking this morning on Kasapa 102.5 FM and Agoo TV, Mr. Osei Boateng urged all members and sympathisers of the NPP to remain steadfast, united, and committed to the party’s vision.

He also encouraged strong support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the party continues to build towards future success.

However, the former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has also earlier called on the party’s ranks and file for unity, discipline, and renewed party engagement after winning the New Patriotic Party’s presidential primary.

Addressing party executives, delegates, and supporters after the polls, Dr Bawumia said the contest had been hard-fought but necessary, stressing that success within the party required resilience and sacrifice.

“To secure anything precious in this life, we must be prepared to fight the hard battles, prepared to work hard and be prepared to withstand difficult circumstances,” he said, adding: “Tonight, victory is for all of us. I am grateful. The NPP is grateful to you all, and Ghana is grateful.”

Dr Bawumia thanked party delegates, election officials, security agencies and the media for their roles in the process, noting that the primary reflected the party’s long-standing tradition of choosing leaders through internal democracy.

He said the outcome should be respected by all members, regardless of where their support lay during the contest.