Akufo-Addo partly to blame for NPP’s defeat in 2024 election – Frank Agyekum

Spokesperson for former President John Agyekum Kufuor, Frank Agyekum says President Akufo-Addo is partly to blame for the party’s loss in the 2024 general elections.

The National Democratic Congress defeated the New Patriotic Party with over 1.6 million votes.

In an interview on JoyNews’ AM Show, Mr Agyekum said public disenchantment with the party, coupled with arrogance from some members, drove many supporters away.

He also cited the imposition of unpopular candidates on constituencies as a factor that contributed to the significant defeat at the polls, adding that these issues unfolded under President Akufo-Addo’s leadership.

“The signs were there, and the narrative shows that things have been falling apart for a long time. We failed to heed the warnings and take corrective actions, and that’s what has led us here.

“The leader always bears the ultimate responsibility—it stops with him. When it’s good, we credit him; when it’s bad, he must share the blame,” he said.

Mr Agyekum also criticised the selection of candidates for both the presidency and parliamentary seats, describing the choices as less than ideal.

“There was arrogance, there was hardship in the system, and it seemed those in power failed to fully recognise the discontent. This disconnect between the leadership and the grassroots likely contributed to the significant defeat.”