NPP Youth Wing Supports Dr. Bryan Acheampong's 2026 Flagbearer Aspirations

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Executive members of the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) youth wing have shown unwavering support for Dr. Bryan Acheampong's bid to become the party's flagbearer in the 2026 presidential election. The move, according to Carlos Kingsley Ahenkorah, former Member of Parliament (MP) for Tema West and Campaign Manager for Dr. Acheampong's campaign, is a testament to the trust and leadership abilities of the former Agriculture Minister. The youth's decision is seen as a significant boost to Dr. Acheampong's chances of success in the upcoming January 31, 2026, NPP presidential primaries, where he will face stiff competition from other prominent party members.

Key Takeaways:

  • 15 Some Executives of the NPP's youth wing have picked up nomination forms to support Dr. Bryan Acheampong's flagbearer aspirations.
  • Former MP Carlos Kingsley Ahenkorah believes the move underscores the trust and leadership abilities of the former Agriculture Minister.
  • The NPP's youth wing has expressed confidence in Dr. Acheampong's ability to lead the party to power in the 2028 elections.
  • The campaign will focus on competencies, achieving results for the party, and unity ahead of the presidential primaries.
  • Dr. Acheampong plans to contest the NPP flagbearer position ahead of the 2028 general election.
  • He declared his intention to contest the NPP flagbearer position during a meeting with the leadership of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana.
  • Dr. Acheampong will face competition from prominent party members, including former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and former Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum in the 2026 presidential primaries.

Statistics:

  • As of the latest update, 15 executives of the NPP's youth wing have picked up nomination forms to support Dr. Bryan Acheampong's flagbearer aspirations.
  • Dr. Acheampong is the Member of Parliament for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture.
  • The NPP's presidential primaries will take place on January 31, 2026.

Sources:

  • Carlos Kingsley Ahenkorah, former MP for Tema West and Campaign Manager for Dr. Acheampong's campaign.