The contest for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearership is gaining momentum, with growing debate over internal and external opinion polls shaping public discourse ahead of the party’s presidential primaries.
Recent surveys projecting likely outcomes of the race have triggered mixed reactions within the party. While some camps cite the polls as evidence of strong grassroots support, others have questioned their methodology, credibility, and intent, arguing that they risk misleading delegates and the general public.
The campaign team of former General Secretary Kwabena Agyepong is among those raising concerns, insisting that the polls circulating in the media do not accurately reflect the sentiments of delegates. According to the team, the flagbearership race remains open and highly competitive, with several candidates commanding substantial support across key regions.
Political analysts note that delegate dynamics, rather than media projections, will ultimately determine the outcome. Factors such as regional balance, campaign reach, reconciliation messaging, and perceptions of electability are expected to play decisive roles.
Within the party, calls for unity and restraint have also intensified, with some senior members cautioning against overreliance on polls that could deepen internal divisions. They argue that the focus should remain on rebuilding party cohesion and presenting a strong front ahead of the 2028 general elections.
As the primaries draw closer, campaigns are stepping up grassroots engagements, with intensified regional tours and closed-door meetings with delegates. Observers believe the coming days will be critical in shaping momentum, particularly among undecided delegates who are likely to influence the final outcome.
For now, the NPP flagbearership race remains fluid, with competing narratives, contested data, and heightened political activity underscoring what many describe as one of the party’s most closely watched internal contests in recent years.
