Presidential hopeful and former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ing Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, has issued a passionate appeal to members of the party to return to its foundational values of sacrifice, humility, and service, warning against the growing culture of materialism and self-interest.

Speaking at a public forum to mark the 78th anniversary of the formation of the United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC) — Ghana’s first political movement — Ing Agyepong urged the party faithful to rekindle the spirit of nationalism and principled leadership upon which the NPP’s tradition was built.

“We must respect and reward those who have sacrificed for the party and the country — not those who have become overly acquisitive in life,” he stated.

The commemorative event was organised by the Patriotic Institute, in collaboration with the NPP Council of Elders, and was chaired by veteran politician Hackman Owusu-Agyemang.

It brought together party stalwarts, elders, and a vibrant contingent of young political enthusiasts.

Positioning himself as a candidate of renewal and responsibility, Agyepong emphasised that politics must serve the welfare of the ordinary Ghanaian, particularly the vulnerable, and not be reduced to a vehicle for personal enrichment.

“The centerpiece of politics is the welfare of the ordinary person. As a party, we must cultivate a collegial spirit that prioritizes the collective good over individual ambition,” he said.

His address echoed his broader campaign platform anchored on ethical leadership, constitutionalism, and discipline in public life.

He called for a new breed of politician—one guided by laws, moral duty, and a commitment to loving one’s neighbor.

“This is how we build a new Ghanaian — one who puts country first,” Agyepong noted.

He also lauded the Patriotic Institute and the Council of Elders for providing a platform to engage with the party’s founding ideals, and for nurturing intergenerational dialogue on how to restore the NPP’s political tradition.

Kwabena Agyepong's remarks have resonated widely within the party's grassroots base, particularly among the youth, as the NPP prepares for a pivotal contest to elect its 2028 flagbearer.

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