The Minority Leader of Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has stated that he enjoys a strong friendship with former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong.
According to Afenyo-Markin, who also serves as the MP for Effutu, Kennedy Agyapong is one of his most trusted friends, with whom he shares what he described as “a code.”
Speaking during a programme in his constituency on February 1, 2026, Afenyo-Markin praised Kennedy Agyapong for his commitment to Ghanaians and his dedication to accountability.
“We salute Honourable Kennedy Ohene Agyapong for his passion, his firm belief in accountability and his unshakeable commitment to the ordinary Ghanaian. For me personally, this is a true and trusted friend, with whom I share a code. I believe that in life, loyalty to friendship is very essential.
“A man must not forget his friend because there is everything wrong with betraying a friend. My relationship with him remains unsoiled, till time shall be no more. But I equally recognize and he himself recognizes, that our party comes first, “he said.
“I am therefore happy to inform you, my constituents, that yesterday he graciously, without any prompting, spoke with our flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. It was a short but hearty chat, and he gave his commitment to support Dr Bawumia to win the 2028 election.”
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Afenyo-Markin’s comments come amid criticisms of his personality following the conclusion of the NPP presidential primaries, particularly from his constituency, where Kennedy Agyapong recorded a landslide victory.
Some social media critics accused Afenyo-Markin of supporting Kennedy Agyapong, with others even calling for his removal as Minority Leader after Dr Bawumia won the primaries.
He has, however, denied these allegations.
Effutu Constituency Results:
Kennedy Agyapong – 644
Bryan Acheampong – 32
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia – 79
Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum – 0
Kwabena Agyapong – 2
“In all situations, loyalty to friendship is very essential... My relationship with him [Kennedy Agyapong] remains unsoiled till time shall be no more — but our party comes first.” - Afenyo-Markin pic.twitter.com/cfbV4JEmIe
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