Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has won the NPP presidential primary, emerging victorious over his closest rival, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, in a keenly contested internal election.
Dr. Bawumia Before His Victory in NPP Flagbearer Election
The result officially positions Dr. Bawumia as the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer for the upcoming general election.
The victory follows months of intense campaigning across the country, with party delegates weighing leadership experience, policy direction, and electoral appeal in deciding who should lead the NPP into the next national contest.
Kennedy Agyapong Concedes After Closely Watched Contest
The NPP presidential primary results confirm Dr. Bawumia’s dominance over Kennedy Agyapong, whose campaign energized grassroots supporters with bold rhetoric and reformist messaging. Despite the loss, political observers acknowledge Agyapong’s significant impact on the internal discourse of the party.
The contest between the two candidates was widely seen as a battle between continuity and disruption, making the outcome one of the most anticipated political moments in recent Ghanaian politics.
Dr. Bawumia’s victory marks a pivotal chapter in Ghana’s democratic journey, as the NPP formally rallies behind a candidate it believes can secure electoral success. Analysts say the result could influence national political alignments and campaign strategies ahead of the general election.
The outcome also reflects the growing role of internal party democracy in shaping leadership transitions within Ghana’s major political parties. With Dr. Bawumia now confirmed as flagbearer, the NPP is expected to shift focus toward party unity and nationwide mobilization. Party executives have already begun calling for reconciliation and collective effort following the competitive primaries.
The emphasis, according to insiders, will be on consolidating support from all factions and translating internal momentum into a strong national campaign.
As the NPP flagbearer election concludes, attention now turns to how Dr. Bawumia will position himself against opposition candidates. His campaign is expected to highlight economic management, digital transformation, and continuity in governance.
Political analysts believe the outcome of the primaries gives the NPP a clearer strategic path as preparations intensify for the general election. Dr. Bawumia’s victory is expected to shape political conversations in the coming months as parties finalize strategies and alliances. With the primaries now settled, Ghana’s political atmosphere is likely to heat up significantly.
For more background on the build-up to the contest, read our earlier analysis HERE
