Bryan Acheampong Meets Former President Kufuor as He Announces Intentions to Contest NPP Flagbearership
The Member of Parliament for Abetifi and former Minister of State, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has officially begun his consultations with senior party figures as he prepares to enter the race for the flagbearer position of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). As part of this process, Dr. Acheampong paid a courtesy visit to former President John Agyekum Kufuor, one of the most respected statesmen in Ghana’s political history, to formally inform him of his intentions.
The meeting, which took place at the residence of the former president, was marked by respectful dialogue and a clear show of reverence from Dr. Acheampong to the elder statesman. The Abetifi MP used the occasion to express his heartfelt appreciation for Mr. Kufuor’s outstanding service to the NPP and the nation at large. He acknowledged the former president’s enduring legacy, noting that Kufuor’s leadership continues to inspire generations of Ghanaians within and beyond the party.
According to sources close to the meeting, Dr. Acheampong emphasized that his decision to run for the party’s highest leadership position was not made lightly. He noted that the visit was not only to seek the former president’s blessing but also to benefit from his wisdom and counsel as someone who has successfully led both party and country. He remarked that President Kufuor’s contributions to building the NPP as a formidable political force and governing with dignity and vision during his tenure were examples he intended to emulate.
Dr. Acheampong, who served in various key positions during the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo administration, reiterated his long-standing commitment to the New Patriotic Party. He stated that his track record in public service, coupled with his active role in supporting party development and policy direction, had prepared him for this next step in his political journey.
Having held several strategic roles—both as a Member of Parliament and within the executive branch—Dr. Acheampong believes he brings a blend of legislative insight and administrative experience to the table. He explained that his desire to contest the flagbearership stems from a deep conviction that the NPP needs a new wave of pragmatic, purposeful, and visionary leadership to consolidate its legacy and chart a new course for the future.
In his remarks, he stated, “This is not merely a personal ambition, but a call to action driven by the needs of our party and our country. I believe that I have acquired the necessary experience, built relationships across all levels of the party, and developed the leadership skills required to unify our base and deliver victory in the next general elections.”
He further emphasized that the NPP stands at a crucial point in its history—a moment that requires steady, solutions-oriented leadership that can reconnect with the grassroots and reinvigorate party unity. He promised to run a campaign that reflects the values of the party—discipline, service, and integrity—while offering policies and ideas that resonate with ordinary citizens.
Dr. Acheampong stressed that his candidacy is rooted in the desire to rebuild trust within the party and to ensure that its message continues to resonate with Ghanaians. He acknowledged that recent challenges have affected morale at the grassroots level and vowed to lead with empathy and accountability.
The meeting with President Kufuor is said to be the first of many engagements Dr. Acheampong plans to undertake with key party stakeholders and elder statesmen as part of his broader consultations ahead of his official campaign launch. He believes that inclusive leadership begins with listening, and thus intends to meet with regional leaders, constituency executives, party elders, and grassroots organizers to shape a campaign that reflects the hopes and aspirations of the NPP family.
As the party gears up for its next internal elections, Dr. Bryan Acheampong’s entry into the flagbearer race adds a new dynamic to the contest. With his background in governance, strong party ties, and a message centered on renewal and unity, he positions himself as a formidable contender in what is expected to be a competitive and closely watched leadership race.
