I Remain Focused Despite Attacks in NPP Flagbearer Race – Bryan Acheampong

Presidential hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Bryan Acheampong, says he remains unfazed by what he describes as a barrage of attacks and false accusations in the party’s flagbearer contest.

His comments come after a video circulating on social media appeared to suggest he blamed fellow contender, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, for the Mamprusi-Kusasi conflict in northern Ghana. His campaign has, however, dismissed the video, describing it as “mischievously pieced together and venomously captioned.”

In a statement issued on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, the Abetifi MP said:

“Yes, I have come under a barrage of attacks. Falsehoods have been spread about me. Fake materials have been shared to question my character. But through it all, I remain focused, not on retaliation, but on restoration.”

Dr. Acheampong emphasized that the flagbearer race must be based on ideas and vision rather than character assassinations.

“This is a contest of ideas, of leadership, and of vision of power in focus. And it must be treated with the respect it deserves.”

He further called on his supporters to exercise restraint and avoid engaging in offensive behavior.

“I respectfully call on all who support me to refrain from intemperate language, personal attacks, and the circulation of false materials. Let us not mirror the tactics we seek to rise above.”

Dr. Acheampong concluded by underscoring that his campaign was about unity and renewal within the NPP.

“We are building something far greater than a campaign. We are building a movement to unite and rebuild our beloved New Patriotic Party. Let our words heal, not harm. Let our actions inspire, not inflame. Together, we unite. Together, we rebuild.”

The NPP’s flagbearer race has grown increasingly competitive, with candidates facing both policy scrutiny and political attacks as the party prepares for the 2025 general elections.