Ghanaian entrepreneur and farmer Tweneboah Kodua has announced that he will run for President in 2028 as an independent candidate with a vision to transform the lives of ordinary Ghanaians.

Speaking at a press conference in Kumasi, he said his decision comes from frustration with the country’s direction under successive governments and promised to introduce interventions that will ease the economic burden on citizens.

He pledged to ease the cost of living by abolishing electricity bills and also set up mining centres in every region to create jobs and promote responsible mining.

“If I become President, Ghanaian households will not pay electricity bills because we have resources that can cover the costs. I will establish mining centres in all regions to employ the youth and ensure proper mining practices,” he stated.

According to a report by adomonline.com on May 18, 2026, he stated that the two major political parties, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), have had enough time in power, yet key problems facing Ghanaians remain unsolved.

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“I will run as an independent candidate. The political parties have had their chance to lead this country, but Ghanaians are still struggling with issues that should have been solved long ago,” he said.

Kodua also suggested President John Dramani Mahama faces internal resistance while trying to reform the country.

“President Mahama intends to develop the country and fix the system, but faces resistance from within his party,” he added.

He appealed to citizens tired of the two-party system to consider an independent alternative.

He argued that Ghana has not achieved true independence because it still depends heavily on foreign support.

“Ghana has not yet achieved true independence. We cannot claim to be independent while continuing to rely on foreign nations. We should be using the resources God has blessed us with to develop our nation,” he stated.

The aspiring candidate said parts of the 1992 Constitution no longer serve their purpose and mostly benefit a small group; hence, constitutional reforms would be a priority if he wins.

His campaign will focus on agricultural modernisation, youth employment, and cutting Ghana’s reliance on imports.

As a farmer, he said he has cultivated 120 acres of maize and plans to donate the harvest to the government’s school feeding programme.

“My background as a farmer and entrepreneur gives me a practical understanding of the problems and how to solve them. That distinguishes me from other candidates who may contest the 2028 election,” he said.

Kodua also criticised Ghana’s education system for being too theoretical.

He proposed a “Ghana School” model focused on technical and vocational training to give students practical skills and reduce reliance on government jobs.

He declared his intent to launch a nationwide campaign to further his agenda and build support ahead of the 2028 campaign.

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