The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has referred former presidential aspirant and Assin Central stalwart, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, to its National Disciplinary Committee following a series of petitions accusing him of making public comments that undermine party unity and cohesion.
The decision was taken by the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and National Council at a meeting held on Thursday, June 25. The disciplinary committee has been given two weeks to investigate the petitions and submit its recommendations.
The move represents the latest development in growing internal tensions within the opposition party as it seeks to rebuild and reposition itself following its defeat in the 2024 general election.
Confirming the decision on Joy FM’s Top Story on Thursday, the NPP’s National Organiser, Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, said the party’s highest decision-making bodies had unanimously agreed to refer all petitions against Mr Agyapong to the disciplinary committee.
“The decision was that all of these petitions must be referred to the National Disciplinary Committee,” he stated. “Let’s manage for the next two weeks, and when we receive the report and a decision is made, it will be communicated appropriately.”
The petitions stem from a series of recent public statements by the former Assin Central Member of Parliament, in which he openly criticised certain decisions taken by the NPP while it was in government.
Among the issues that sparked controversy were his remarks on the Akufo-Addo administration’s failure to operationalise the Afari Military Hospital in the Ashanti Region despite significant investment in the project. Mr Agyapong also attracted criticism after warning that he could “spill the beans” on alleged wrongdoing within the party if attempts were made to silence him.
His comments triggered widespread debate within the NPP, with some members arguing that the remarks risk undermining ongoing efforts to rebuild the party, restore public confidence, and strengthen internal unity.
Several party members and affiliated groups subsequently petitioned the leadership, contending that Mr Agyapong’s public statements could deepen divisions at a time when cohesion is considered essential to the party’s recovery.
Since its 2024 electoral defeat, the NPP has embarked on a post-election restructuring process aimed at reorganising its internal structures, reconnecting with grassroots supporters, and preparing for future elections.
Party insiders say the leadership is particularly concerned about public disagreements that could distract from those efforts or create the perception of deepening internal divisions. The disciplinary committee is therefore expected to determine whether Mr Agyapong’s comments breached the party’s constitution, code of conduct, or other internal regulations.
Mr Agyapong remains one of the NPP’s most influential figures. He contested the party’s 2023 presidential primaries, finishing second to former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, and continues to command significant support among sections of the party’s grassroots.
Known for his outspoken style and willingness to challenge party leadership, Mr Agyapong has maintained that his comments are intended to promote accountability and strengthen the party. However, critics argue that his public criticisms have damaged the party’s image at a crucial stage of its rebuilding process.
With the disciplinary committee now set to investigate the petitions, attention will focus on its findings and recommendations, expected within the next two weeks. The outcome could have far-reaching implications not only for Mr Agyapong’s standing within the NPP but also for the party’s efforts to balance internal discipline with freedom of expression among its senior members.
