NPP Flagbearership Race: Prof. Mike Oquaye Warns of Disunity Dangers. 

Ahead of the January 31, 2026 NPP flagbearership race, Prof. Mike Oquaye has warned of the dangers of disunity in NPP with the hope that unity will prevail before, during and after the party’s internal elections.

The former Speaker of Parliament, Professor Aaron Mike Oquaye, cautioned members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) vying for the flagbearership to demonstrate true patriotism and unity.

Speaking at the launch of the Patriotic Institute in Accra, Prof. Oquaye stressed the importance of cooperation among party members, drawing from past experiences.

The Past and the Future: Prof. Mike Oquaye Warns of Disunity Dangers.

Recalling the 1992 flagbearer race, Prof. Oquaye highlighted the spirit of camaraderie among party members, particularly how those who lost the primaries rallied behind Professor Adu Boahen without resorting to personal attacks or division. He urged current aspirants to follow this example, focusing on their achievements, contributions to the party, and vision for Ghana. “If we do that, this party will be successful,” he stated.

The former speaker also issued a stern warning against division within the party, referencing the 1979 elections where internal rifts led to electoral defeat. “Anyone who perceives the pathway of division is not working in the interest of the party and must be excused,” he cautioned.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) will soon elect a new national chairman to lead the party. The chairman plays a very important role in organising the party and helping it win elections.

Below is a list of 10 people who could become the next NPP chairman.

The dangers of disunity in the NPP will, however, not deter the following likely contenders for national executive positions in the NPP come January 31st, 2026.

Stephen Ayensu Ntim – He is the current national chairman of the NPP. If he decides to contest again, he could win because he already has strong support and experience.

Stephen Asamoah Boateng – He is a well-known politician who has served in many government roles. He is active in the party and wants to become the national chairman. He was second in the 2023 NPP primaries. If he contests again, he could win.

John Boadu – The former General Secretary of the NPP. He has said he will contest for the chairman position. He knows the party very well and has worked hard in the past.

Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) – He is the current Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP. He is very popular and has said he will contest at the national level.

Professor Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi – He is a respected academic and politician. He once contested for the chairman position and may try again.

Sammy Crabbe – A former NPP Second Vice Chairman. He has experience in party leadership and could come back to contest.

Akwasi Osei-Adjei – A former Foreign Affairs Minister. He also contested in the previous NPP national chairman race.

Alhaji Abubakar Abdul-Rahman – He is from the Upper West Region and has previously contested for the chairman position.

Fred Oware – A businessman and politician who once served as the party’s first vice chairman. He is seen as a calm and strategic leader.

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Boakye Agyarko – Though not confirmed, some believe he may join the race. He is a senior party member and former energy minister.