The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has announced his intention to contest the party’s National Chairmanship position.
In a statement, Chairman Wontumi said the NPP has faced difficult moments in recent years and drawn important lessons, making it necessary for the party to rally behind leadership that is firm, principled, and committed to unity.
He said the party needs a leader who understands the grassroots, values every member—from long-serving elders to the youth—and is prepared to make personal sacrifices for the party’s progress.
Chairman Wontumi explained that his decision followed consultations with God and senior party elders, adding that his ambition is not driven by personal interest but by a desire to rebuild, strengthen, and unite the NPP.
According to him, the party is at a defining moment that requires courage, including the willingness to take difficult decisions and stand firmly in the party’s interest, regardless of personal cost.
He expressed confidence in the party’s readiness for the challenges ahead, stating that the NPP is organized and prepared for the political battles before it.
Chairman Wontumi said a united party would restore confidence among supporters, strengthen the grassroots, and position the NPP for a decisive victory in the 2028 general elections.
He called on party members to see the moment as an opportunity to rise together and secure the future of the New Patriotic Party.
