Ing Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, NPP flagbearer hopeful
Ing Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, an aspiring flagbearer hopeful in the January 31, 2026, presidential primary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has expressed deep concern about the pervasive politicisation of the country, arguing that it negatively affects every sector of Ghana’s governance structure.
The former NPP General Secretary stated that the current trajectory reflects an excessive level of politicisation, which has led to widespread national division.
He stressed that the nation is gradually losing its identity, noting in particular that the public service—which should be open to every qualified individual regardless of political affiliation—has been significantly affected. According to him, in policy debates, both the NPP and NDC often adopt entrenched positions that stifle consensus-building and honest deliberation.
“This is not how we develop a country. Our virtues, values, and moral compass are gradually being damaged, and I want to be an advocate for doing what is right in this country,” he asserted.
Agyepong further declared that his commitment to this cause is unwavering, “Even if this will cost me my political career, that is acceptable, because I want to be recognised as the President who assumed office and sought to have things done correctly, and not along partisan lines.”
Speaking in an interview on Frontline on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM, he underscored the urgent need to strengthen state institutions, warning that the “over-politicisation of public service is alarming and a recipe for disaster.”
Drawing on his background as a professional civil engineer, Agyepong cited state enterprises and institutions such as the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), VRA, GRIDCo, GNPC and the Petroleum Commission as vital national entities that must be shielded from political interference.
While acknowledging that Article 41 grants the President the authority to appoint the heads of these institutions, he pledged a non-interference approach.
“When I become President, I will definitely appoint the heads of these institutions, but I will stay away from touching the structures of these organisations,” he promised.
He added that appointing individuals who lack institutional memory is demoralising to long-serving staff who have dedicated their lives to these organisations.
“These are some of the issues I am worried about, and when I discuss them, I am often tagged in a different manner. It is not healthy to politicise our institutions.
“If we want the country to develop, it is not just about voting to elect a President; we must build a strong nation of values, devoid of extreme partisan politics and interference in the public service,” he concluded.
