Aspirant for the national chairmanship of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, has issued a powerful Christmas and New Year mandate aimed at healing divisions within the ‘Elephant’ family, amid a season of internal transition and political reflection.

In a message titled “Hope, Renewal & Victory”, Mr Boadu, a former General Secretary of the NPP, positioned himself as the party’s "Unifier-in-Chief", revealing that he has already embarked on a high-stakes diplomatic mission to engage every presidential aspirant ahead of the party’s primaries

A Strategy of Unity: The Primaries Engagement

As the NPP prepares for its 2026 internal elections and the subsequent 2028 general election, Mr Boadu emphasised that his current priority is ensuring that the contest for the flagbearership does not leave the party fractured.

“I have embarked on a deliberate journey of unity across our party. I am currently engaging every flagbearer aspirant ahead of their primaries, fostering understanding, mutual respect, and togetherness,” Mr Boadu announced.

He assured the party’s rank and file that his intervention would ensure the NPP emerges as the "ultimate winner," fully prepared to confront the opposition.

Historical Perspective: "We Have Been Here Before"

Drawing parallels between the nativity story and the current political climate, Mr Boadu reminded party faithfuls that the NPP’s history is one of resilience.

He acknowledged that while the party faces significant trials today, its tradition of "rebuilding" is its greatest strength.

“What we are experiencing today is not new to the NPP history; we have been here before. Indeed, our Party has travelled long and turbulent roads before. And because we stood together in those moments, we reclaimed our strength, restored our purpose, and returned to power with even greater impact,” he noted.

He urged the party to honour the sacrifices of the founding fathers and the loyalty of grassroots delegates, stressing that “the NPP never breaks; it rebuilds. We never retreat; we renew.”

A Vision for 2028: Reclaiming Power

He argued that the "sacred season" of Christmas should serve as a catalyst for a "Renewed New Year", where hope is restored and the party’s organisational structures are fortified.

“I remain committed to leading the NPP into a future where hope is restored, our structures strengthened, and power reclaimed. The road ahead may not be easy... But with your unwavering support and our collective unity, we will overcome every challenge and prevail,” Mr Boadu stated.

The "Kukrudu" Spirit

As the NPP enters a pivotal year, Mr Boadu’s message has been received by many as a steadying hand.

His commitment to "fostering understanding" among the heavyweights of the party signals a shift toward a more cohesive national campaign strategy for 2028.

He concluded his message with a call for divine guidance: “May God bless our families, our communities, our nation, and the New Patriotic Party. Merry Christmas and a Renewed New Year to all Patriots.”

Below is the full message:

Let this Christmas season refresh our hearts, renew our commitment, and remind us that our best days as a Party are not behind us; they are ahead of us. With your support, and with God guiding us, I remain committed to leading the NPP into a future where hope is restored, our structures strengthened, and power reclaimed. The road ahead may not be easy, and the responsibilities before us are demanding. But with your unwavering support and our collective unity, we will overcome every challenge and prevail.

May God bless our families, our communities, our nation, and the New Patriotic Party.