Early disclosure of NPP vice presidential candidates

Internal competition for the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) future leadership is already picking up steam even before the party's presidential flagbearer is chosen on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

Even before the New Patriotic Party (NPP) selects its presidential flagbearer on Saturday, January 31, 2026, internal battle for the party's future leadership is already intensifying.

Annoh-Dompreh has publicly criticized Dr. Bawumia's 2024 running mate, former Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, also known as NAPO, according to people close to the Bawumia campaign.According to the sources, Annoh-Dompreh feels that if Dr. Bawumia wins the nomination once more, NAPO shouldn't be kept on the ticket because it didn't bring much electoral value in the December 2024 elections.

According to reports, the Nsawam/Adoagyiri MP is highlighting his qualifications by citing his four terms as a member of parliament, his present position as Minority Chief Whip, and what he views as his widespread appeal across the country.

According to reports, he has also emphasized how his mother's Ashanti ancestry, his fluency in Ewe, his marriage to Barbara, a woman from the north, and his representation of an Eastern Region constituency all serve to position him as a unifying figure within the party.

According to party insiders, Annoh-Dompreh and Opoku Prempeh have a tense relationship that dates back to NAPO's time as Energy Minister. According to reports, he believes that Dr. Bawumia's decision to use NAPO in 2024 was a strategic error that shouldn't be repeated.

According to sources, Annoh-Dompreh has spoken similar opinions in a number of internal party meetings, and Opoku Prempeh is fully aware of his position.

According to reports, the Minority Chief Whip has been urging party members in the area to support him in the event that Dr. Bawumia wins the flagbearer contest, portraying himself as the most powerful NPP figure from the Eastern Region.

According to reports, he feels that the Eastern Region should be given serious consideration for the vice presidential position in 2028. He has demonstrated his suitability for higher office by citing his legislative experience and leadership position in the Minority.

However, some Bawumia supporters are reportedly uncomfortable with Annoh-Dompreh's alleged ambitions, accusing him of weakening party unity at a delicate moment. Concerns have been voiced by several insiders regarding what they see as his lack of teamwork and his more blatant maneuvering.

His performance as Minority Chief Whip has also drawn subtle criticism, with some party officials privately doubting his suitability for national leadership and his efficacy in the position. His admirers disagree with others' assessment that his political approach is unduly transactional.

Beyond Annoh-Dompreh, the Eastern Region contains other renowned NPP officials who could possibly be considered for national leadership posts, including Bryan Acheampong, Abena Osei-Asare, Sammy Awuku, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah and Korkor Asante.

The tight internal calculations already influencing the NPP's post-2026 strategy as it aims to reorganize and position itself for the 2028 general election are highlighted by the early competition for the vice presidential position as the party gets set to select its flagbearer.GO ON TO READ MORE >>>