Dr. Bryan Acheampong, a businessman and presidential aspirant, formally submitted his nomination to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) on Wednesday, promising a disciplined campaign focused on unity, development, and political renewal.
Addressing a large crowd at the party's national headquarters in Accra, Acheampong, 51, signaled the official start of his bid to become the NPP’s flagbearer in the 2028 general elections. He emphasized his commitment to party unity and urged supporters to steer clear of divisive rhetoric.
"I come to unite, I come to build, I come to lead with conviction — and I come to win power for the NPP," Acheampong said. "My supporters must shy away from attacks that harm individuals and weaken the collective strength of our party."
Acheampong, who once served as Minister for Food and Agriculture, is among several high-profile contenders vying to succeed President Nana Akufo-Addo as leader of the center-right party.
In a speech that blended political messaging with personal narrative, Acheampong drew on his life story — one marked by early hardship and subsequent business and political success — as evidence of his leadership credentials.
"I come from humble beginnings," he said. "The son of a teacher who raised three children in a public bathroom at Mile 7. From there, I’ve built reputable businesses and served in both party and government. I understand what it means to build from the ground up.”
Acheampong said his experience in both the private sector and public service gives him a broad understanding of the challenges facing Ghana. He noted that he had served as a grassroots party organizer, a policymaker, and a legislator, roles that have given him a "deep understanding of the country's potential."
His speech also included strong appeals to loyalty and shared vision. “This is not just my campaign. This is the NPP’s campaign. And we will fight — and we will win,” he said, announcing plans to officially launch his campaign in November.
Supporters from across the country, some traveling as far as 20 hours from the Upper West Region, gathered in Accra to show their backing. Acheampong thanked them and framed their efforts as part of a broader movement to “reshape the party’s future.”
The NPP will be seeking a successor to President Akufo-Addo ahead of the 2028 elections. Acheampong enters the race as a candidate positioning himself as a bridge between party traditions and a younger generation of voters, with a message centered on discipline, innovation, and national transformation.
