Addai-Nimoh Pulls Out of NPP Flagbearer Race, Slams Party Over Bias

New Patriotic Party (NPP) stalwart Francis Addai-Nimoh has withdrawn from the party’s upcoming presidential primaries, citing what he described as “unhealthy monetisation,” internal bias, and poor timing.

In a press release issued on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, the former Member of Parliament said the decision followed broad consultations with his team and careful reflection on the current state of the party.

Reasons for Withdrawal

• Addai-Nimoh outlined four key factors behind his withdrawal:
• Inappropriate political timing of the primaries, scheduled for January 31, 2026.
• A top-down approach to managing internal contests.
• Bias and favoritism by party executives towards a particular aspirant.
• Excessive monetisation of the process, which he argued undermines fairness.

He expressed frustration with what he termed the “unjustifiable” GHS 4.6 million cost of participation, noting that such requirements tilt the playing field in favour of money over competence and electability.

“These factors, I believe, undermine the foundations of our internal democratic culture and place unethical emphasis on money rather than competence and winnability,” he stressed.

A Critique of Party Processes

Addai-Nimoh accused the leadership of showing a clear “inclination and bias towards one candidate,” which he warned could alienate party members and further weaken internal cohesion.

His withdrawal comes at a time when the NPP is under pressure to rebuild trust and unity following its electoral defeat in 2024.

Pledging Loyalty Despite Exit

Despite his sharp criticisms, Addai-Nimoh extended goodwill to the remaining aspirants and reaffirmed his commitment to the NPP and to Ghana.

“Long live the NPP and long live our homeland, Ghana,” his statement concluded.