Former Deputy Housing Minister and Kwesimintim MP, Dr Prince Hamid Armah, has called on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to use its recent defeat as an opportunity for introspection and renewal.
Writing on Constitution Day, he urged party members to draw lessons from history, embrace unity, and embark on a transformative rebuilding process to secure the party’s future.
The former MP began by drawing a parallel between the recent electoral loss and the dramatic comeback of President John Dramani Mahama.
“Eight years ago, Ghanaians decisively rejected John Dramani Mahama, handing him what was described as the worst defeat ever suffered by an incumbent government,” he wrote.
“Yet, eight years later, he has staged a remarkable comeback, securing the largest victory in nominal terms under the Fourth Republic.”
He framed the NPP’s current defeat not as an end, but as a test of its resilience.
“This is not the end of the party; it is only a test of its resilience,” he asserted, calling for honest and open dialogue within the party’s structures to analyze the loss and chart a new path forward.
Reflecting on the NPP’s rich history, he reminded members of the sacrifices of the party’s founding fathers, who overcame significant setbacks to build a movement grounded in courage, perseverance, and principles.
“From the ashes of defeat, they built a party rooted in principles, courage, and perseverance—a legacy that must inspire us today,” he emphasized.
The MP stressed the need for the same spirit of determination and unity to rebuild the party after this setback.
He called for a deliberate and strategic approach, warning that no candidate could lead the NPP back to power without first strengthening its foundation.
“The next year must be a period of rebuilding and restoration,” he urged, adding that this process should focus on strengthening internal bonds, engaging all voices, and charting a clear course for the future.
“This is a time for sobriety, reflection, and decisive action, driven by a shared responsibility to uphold the party’s values and future.”
He outlined the steps necessary for the party’s renewal, including acknowledging missteps, fostering genuine reconciliation, and committing to unity.
He warned against complacency, noting that the clock is ticking, and decisive action is needed to secure the NPP’s future.
The MP concluded his piece with an optimistic tone, expressing confidence in the party’s ability to rise again.
“The lessons from this defeat must inspire humility, strategic thinking, and a renewed commitment to the ideals that built this party,” he said.
“We must rise not just for ourselves, but to honour the legacy of those who came before us and to secure the future for generations to come.”
On the occasion of Constitution Day, he also called on all Ghanaians to reflect on the country’s democratic journey and recommit to the values of development, freedom, and justice.
