NPP’s Justin Frimpong Kodua apologizes for 2024 elections defeat

The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Frimpong Kodua, has publicly apologized for the party’s failure to retain power in the December 7, 2024, Presidential and Parliamentary elections.
The NPP suffered a significant loss to the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in both contests.
Mr. Kodua expressed regret on behalf of the party’s leadership and members.
“On behalf of the party—from our former President Akufo-Addo, the National Chairman, our flagbearer, and all of us—to the many Ghanaians who supported the party, especially the youth who placed their trust in us and worked tirelessly during the 2016 and 2020 elections, we say we are deeply sorry,” he said.
Mr. Kodua also extended his gratitude to professionals such as lecturers, lawyers, and businesspeople who had played significant roles in the party's previous successes.
He acknowledged the party’s shortcomings, particularly in its treatment of key individuals who had contributed to its growth.
While defending the achievements of the Akufo-Addo administration, Mr. Kodua highlighted the implementation of unparalleled projects and policies, aside from those of Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
He noted the government’s flagship social policies as major accomplishments.
However, he admitted that the party had failed to maintain strong connections with its grassroots supporters.
“Our failure was not in policies but in human management and engagement.
That’s where we fell short as a government,” he confessed.
Despite the defeat, Mr. Kodua expressed optimism about the party’s future.
“The battle is still the Lord’s. The NPP will rise again,” he declared, urging unity among members and a commitment to restructuring and rebuilding.
He viewed the defeat as an opportunity for reflection and refocusing, emphasizing the need to strengthen the party ahead of future elections.
“This is not the end. It’s a chance to prepare ourselves for victory in the years to come,” he concluded
He spoke in an interview with Accra-based Asempa FM.
Source: Classfmonline.com/Cecil Mensah
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