Chairman Wontumi Officially Declares Bid for NPP National Chairmanship
Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako says his decision is driven by the need to unite, rebuild and position the NPP for victory in 2028
- Chairman Wontumi has formally declared his intention to contest the NPP National Chairmanship after consultations with party elders
- He says his bid is aimed at uniting and rebuilding the party while restoring confidence ahead of the 2028 general elections.
- The Ashanti Regional Chairman has pledged courageous, decisive leadership and a strong grassroots focus
Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako popularly known as Chairman Wontumi has officially declared his intention to contest the position of National Chairman of the party.
In a declaration of intent dated February 4, 2026, Chairman Wontumi said his decision follows wide-ranging consultations with party elders, grassroots members, and the youth. He described his bid as a response to what he called a critical moment in the history of the NPP, requiring strong, principled, and unifying leadership.
“Our party has faced challenges and learned hard lessons along the way. At this critical moment, the NPP demands leadership that is steady, principled, and committed to unity,” he stated.
Chairman Wontumi stressed that his decision is not driven by personal ambition but by a desire to restore confidence in the party, strengthen its structures, and reconnect with the grassroots ahead of the 2028 general elections.
According to him, the task ahead will require bold and decisive leadership, sacrifice, and an unshakable commitment to the party’s ideals.
“The road ahead will demand vision, courage, and unwavering determination. Leadership at this moment requires bravery—the courage to stand firm, make difficult decisions, and the willingness to lose all if necessary for the NPP,” the statement said.
He described himself as a grassroots-oriented leader who values every member of the party, from seasoned elders to the youngest supporters, and pledged to prioritise unity and organisational renewal if elected.
Expressing confidence in the party’s future, Chairman Wontumi declared, “We are ready. We are organized. We are built for the battle ahead.”
He concluded with a call for collective action, urging party members to rally together, saying the NPP would “rise again—together,” and offered prayers for the party, Ghana’s democracy, and the nation.
Chairman Wontumi currently serves as the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP and is expected to formally file his nomination once the party officially opens nominations for the National Chairmanship contest.
