NPP Stalwart Resigns From Party To Contest Parliamentary Elections In Bawku Central

• An NPP Stalwart in the Bawku Central Constituency has resigned from the party citing discontent with the government's actions
• He stated that the manner in which the ruling government has handled several issues including chieftaincy issues have not been the best
• Bakutoma has urged the constituents to support him in his endeavour as he aims to transfrm the constituency during his future tenure

A stalwart of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Bawku Central Constituency, Bakutoma Abubakar Idi Wuni, has resigned from the party to contest the 2024 parliamentary election as an independent candidate.

He explained that his decision to quit the party stems from his growing disappointment with the party and the government’s handling of several national concerns.

At a press conference on Sunday, July 28, 2024, in Bawku, Bakutoma stated that for the past seven years and counting, the ruling party has failed to address the concerns of constituents of Bawku Central.

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He also stated that the NPP government’s approach to chieftaincy issues has also not been the best.

He cited the recent arrest warrant for the Nayiri Naa Bohagu Mahmi Abdulai Sheriga as a result of the Bawku conflict and the failure of the government to issue an apology after the warrant was withdrawn.

He said the government’s inaction was a sign of disrespect to the traditional authority.

Bakutoma said following long consultations with various community stakeholders, he has decided to run as an independent candidate in the upcoming elections.

He said his demonstrated commitment to serve and his dedication to ensuring the welfare of his constituents makes him a formidable contender for the Bawku Central parliamentary seat.

Boakye Agyarko reacts to Kyerematen’s resignation

Earlier, former energy minister, Boakye Agyarko, has said Alan Kyerematen's resignation should be a wake-up call for the party to address pains other members of the party may be harbouring.

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He posted on Facebook on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, that the unfortunate departure of Kyerematen from the party must prompt the leadership to do deep introspection.

"How about the many who harbour similar and maybe more petulant sentiments in their hearts but are not openly expressing same?” he quizzed.

He said there are many in the party today who have "resigned in their hearts and are only waiting to walk away from us at the ballot box."

Boakye, who recently stepped down from a presidential primary over the party's decision to limit voting to the NPP council of elders, said Alan Kyerematen's resignation should trigger reconciliation.

"Now is the time to smoothen ruffled feathers and assuage wounded sentiments across the length and breadth of our party," he stated.

He said now is the time for the party to examine itself if indeed the party has been true and faithful to the tenets and values of the UP tradition.

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YEN.com.gh reported that President Akufo-Addo has accepted the resignation of energy minister Matthew Opoku Prempeh.

This is to allow him to concentrate on his new responsibility as the running mate and vice presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party.

Akufo-Addo has since directed the lands and natural resource minister, Abu Jinapor, to play an oversight role over the energy ministry.

Proofread by Berlinda Entsie, journalist and copy editor at YEN.com.gh

Source: YEN.com.gh