Member of Parliament for the Akim Swedru Constituency in the Eastern Region, Kennedy Nyarko Osei, has called on Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the newly elected flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), to ensure that his name is not exploited by aspirants seeking office within the party.

In a post on social media, Mr. Nyarko Osei emphasised that all candidates should campaign and secure positions on their own merit rather than relying on Dr. Bawumia’s current position.

“Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Your Excellency, please do not allow any of the potential contestants seeking for the various offices within the party structures to use your name or ride on your current position as the Flagbearer to advance their ambitions,” he stated.

The MP warned that candidates attempting to leverage Dr. Bawumia’s influence could undermine both internal party democracy and the flagbearer’s broader campaign objectives.

“People must campaign on their own strength and win their positions. Your Excellency, please resist any temptation from any potential candidate who may want to use your name to advance their agenda or course,” he added.

According to Mr. Nyarko Osei, ensuring that all contests are fought fairly and independently will strengthen party cohesion and position the NPP for a more successful run in the 2028 general elections.

He suggested that avoiding the misuse of Dr. Bawumia’s name would serve the party and its leadership better in the long term.

The Akim Swedru MP concluded by noting that adherence to this principle would not only safeguard the flagbearer’s reputation but also encourage a culture of meritocracy within the NPP.

“This, I believe, will help your course better ahead of the 2028 election,” Mr. Nyarko Osei affirmed.