Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Divine Otoo Agorhom, has issued a candid appraisal of the party’s performance in the 2024 general elections, describing the outcome as a wake-up call that demands deep internal reflection and reform.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s Face to Face programme with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Tuesday, July 22, Mr. Agorhom admitted that the party’s loss at the polls was significant and signaled a disconnect between the government’s delivery and the expectations of the Ghanaian people.
“We must accept that the results were a clear message from the electorate. They were not satisfied with our performance, and the outcome of the election reflects that,” Agorhom stated.
His comments come at a time when the NPP is grappling with a diminished parliamentary presence and the loss of key constituencies—including those in its traditional strongholds of Ashanti and Central regions.
“It’s not just about losing votes. We lost seats across nearly every region, including Ashanti, which has historically been our bedrock. That should tell us something deeper is wrong,” he remarked.
Mr. Agorhom emphasised that governing parties must be judged by their ability to fulfill campaign promises and improve the lives of citizens. In this regard, he said, the NPP’s shortcomings were acknowledged by voters at the ballot box.
“If we had delivered in a way that resonated with the aspirations of Ghanaians, the story would have been different,” he added.
Within the NPP, Agorhom’s candid reflection has sparked renewed calls for soul-searching and structural reorganisation ahead of future elections. Some party insiders believe leadership must listen more attentively to grassroots concerns, improve communication, and reconnect with everyday Ghanaians.
Political observers see Agorhom’s admission as one of the clearest signals yet that the NPP is preparing for a possible shake-up in strategy and leadership in response to the 2024 electoral setback.
