GhanaWeb has uncovered a massive building within the precincts of Accra that is being branded to serve as the campaign headquarters of Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, a former Senior Special Adviser to the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 presidential candidate, Former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

The discovery adds fuel to growing speculation that Agyepong is preparing to contest the party’s upcoming presidential flagbearership race.

When GhanaWeb visited the site earlier this week, large-scale branding activity was ongoing, with workers mounting banners, installing signage, and repainting the facility in the symbolic blue and white colours of the NPP. Portraits of Mr. Agyepong, accompanied by slogans such as “Leadership with Integrity” and “Time for Renewal,” were being embossed on parts of the building, suggesting a full-scale campaign operation is in motion.

This development comes at a critical moment for the NPP, following its historic defeat in the 2024 general elections — the first in over a decade. The crushing loss triggered a wave of internal reflection, with several party stalwarts and grassroots supporters calling for urgent reforms, including the early election of a new flagbearer to lead the party into the 2028 polls.

These calls gained formal backing during a recent National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, which ratified the proposal for an early congress. January 2026 has since been confirmed as the date for the party's presidential primaries — a full two years ahead of the general election, in a strategic attempt to restore unity and allow ample time for rebranding.

Since the announcement, the race for the NPP flagbearership has intensified. Prominent figures who have publicly declared their intention to contest include outspoken Former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong; Former Agric Minister, Bryan Acheampong; and Former Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum. All three have expressed deep concerns about the party’s current trajectory under Dr Bawumia and have tightened their resolve to challenge him for the leadership slot.

However, while their collective opposition to Dr Bawumia stems from a shared belief that he lacks the electoral strength to secure power for the NPP in 2028, observers note that their own visions and strategies for the party remain vague and largely undefined. Critics argue that beyond opposing the status quo, these contenders have not yet articulated compelling policy alternatives or a unified direction that resonates with the party’s base.

In contrast, Kwabena Agyepong’s possible candidacy is being framed around reform, discipline, and a return to what some describe as the “core traditions” of the NPP. Known for his principled stand and outspoken views during his tenure as General Secretary, Agyepong’s re-emergence is expected to add a layer of depth and ideological contest to the primaries.

While he has yet to make a formal declaration, his close associates tell GhanaWeb that preparations are far advanced, and a major announcement is imminent. If confirmed, his entry would mark his second major attempt at the NPP leadership, having first contested in 2007.

As the January 2026 congress draws closer, the NPP’s internal contest is shaping up to be a decisive battle for the soul and future of the party — one that will test loyalty, policy clarity, and the vision to recapture national power.

What Kwabena Agyepong Brings to the Race Kwabena Agyei Agyepong’s quiet but calculated re-entry into the NPP flagbearership contest is already being framed by many as a defining moment — not just for the party, but for its future relevance on Ghana’s political landscape.

A blue-chip member of the NPP with deep roots in the Danquah-Busia-Dombo tradition, Agyepong is seen by a growing faction within the party as the man who can restore dignity, discipline, and ideological clarity to a party many now say has lost its way.

Having served as Press Secretary to President John Agyekum Kufuor, and later as the NPP's General Secretary, Kwabena Agyepong’s political credentials are both deep and enduring. Unlike most of the contenders, his association with the NPP predates its rise to power, having worked behind the scenes during the party’s formative years. He is ingrained in the party’s lineage — a living bridge between its foundational ideals and present challenges.

At a time when many party faithful and neutral observers believe the NPP is drifting from its roots — overwhelmed by individual ambition and distorted by the corrosive influence of money — Agyepong is emerging as a candidate of principle. His supporters argue that he embodies the original ideals that once made the NPP the cynosure of all political eyes: discipline, integrity, accountability, and visionary leadership.

“The party needs a reset,” Agyepong stated in a widely circulated interview last year. “We have come far from the values of sacrifice, service and selflessness that defined the NPP. Today, we are seeing the corrosion of our values through monetization, factionalism, and personal interest. That must change.”
His public comments over the past few years have consistently revolved around the need to reorient the party toward its founding principles.

Speaking at a political lecture in 2023, he remarked: "The NPP was never meant to be a platform for economic elites to pursue personal wealth. It was founded on the ideals of inclusive development, rule of law, and servant leadership. If we don’t return to that compass, we risk permanent disconnect with the Ghanaian people."

Many analysts believe that Agyepong’s clean reputation, aversion to vote-buying, and long-standing calls for internal reforms make him the ideal candidate to reconnect the party with the floating voter base — a bloc that proved decisive in the 2024 defeat. His political messaging emphasizes unity, institutional rebuilding, and transparent governance — all aimed at restoring public trust.
Party insiders who support him argue that beyond just winning primaries, Kwabena Agyepong represents the only real chance the NPP has at redeeming its public image and winning back disillusioned supporters across the country.

“Kwabena is not just campaigning for power,” a regional party elder told GhanaWeb. “He is campaigning for the soul of the party.”

As the race to January 2026 heats up, it remains to be seen whether the NPP delegates will prioritize deep-rooted reform over political glamour and money-driven campaigns. But one thing is clear: Kwabena Agyepong is not just lacing boots — he’s rallying for a revolution within the elephant family.

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