Oh NPP!! Sack Ken Agyapong Now! Hon Abilolo's 7 Reasons!

With an unmistakable thunder of a man who has mistaken prominence for preeminence, the NPP now faces a question that cuts to the very core of its identity: Is it a disciplined, forward-looking organization governed by statutes and collective purpose, or a mere vehicle for one man's persistent bullying, whimsical demands, grievances and ambitions? The answer must be unequivocal. I think we have had enough of the diplomacy and paralysis in the name of peace. I am fully convinced it is time to release Kennedy Agyapong to do his worst and vilest deeds against the NPP.

This is a time in the life of our beloved party where that seeming difficult decision has become necessary for its survival and progress. Excessive diplomacy and political correctness, even in the face of persistent misconduct and absolute disregard for honorable men, are among the reasons developing countries like Ghana, and many institutions struggle to enforce discipline and protect their collective interests. The New Patriotic Party has reached such a moment.

I have seen people argue that Kennedy Agyapong has a right to express his frustrations, given his years of investments into the party.

Yes indeed, Kennedy Agyapong has every constitutional right to express his opinions and grievances. Yet indeed, the party equally has a right and an obligation to defend itself against any conduct and malicious claims that undermine its unity, reputation, and future.

There is enough basis for the well discerning to join this call. Yet for the sake and place of letters, I would want to in the next set of paragraphs, advance seven reasons to support my call.

First, he has repeatedly desecrated the image of the party. One does not continually call his own party names, disparage its leaders, publicly threaten it with "unpalatable agendas" like he hinted in his most recent outburst of an anti-NPP crusade in the coming year, and still claim to be acting in the NPP's interest. Such conduct dishonors the party and diminishes its standing before the public.

Second, his politics has increasingly taken the form of intimidation and blackmail. Every disagreement cannot be followed by threats, ultimatums, and declarations so well calculated to hold the party hostage. A political party cannot be run on the basis of fear or coercion. Institutions must never be held to ransom by personalities. Even those who have so enjoyed lots of good fruits from the party.

Third, his public declaration that he cannot work with key figures such as Kyei Mensah-Bonsu, Atta Akyea, Adwoa Safo and others associated with Dr. Bawumia's campaign demonstrates an unwillingness to submit to collective leadership and coexist with differing viewpoints. Politics is a game of accommodation. No individual has the right to demand the exclusion of others simply because of previous campaign disagreements. In any case, did he not insult members of the other camp as well? Did he not ridicule the current flagbearer and his beautiful wife, Samira too? Why cry victim? Who is Ken Agyapong trying to fool here?

Fourth, his victim narrative lacks balance. The presidential primaries were fiercely contested by all camps. There were fiery exchanges on multiple sides. It cannot now be argued that one side was exclusively guilty while the other was merely an innocent victim. Political competition is often a give-and-take affair.

Fifth, his recent outbursts appear more distracting than constructive. At a time when questions have arisen over his unfounded claims about the NPP and our investments into the Afari Hospital, shifting public attention to internal enemies and reopening old wounds can be viewed as diversionary politics rather than a sincere effort to heal and rebuild the party.

Sixth, he has become a persistent distraction and an albatross around the neck of the party. Every organization has individuals whose continued presence consumes time, creates uncertainty, and perpetually generates controversy. The energy that should be directed toward rebuilding and preparing for victory is instead spent managing one man's recurring grievances.

Finally, the party's future depends significantly on attracting younger voters and the middle class. These demographics generally desire issue-based politics, discipline, modern leadership, and stability. Endless drama, threats, insults, and internal warfare are deeply unattractive to them and damage the party's efforts to renew itself.

And to conclude, let me add that those arguing that the NPP should tolerate Kennedy Agyapong because Alan's departure affected the party's fortunes are making a false comparison. The two situations are fundamentally different. Alan Kyerematen exited with a sound political message in his development focused GTP, a cultivated personality, a reputation for decorum and statesmanship, and a formidable team of distinguished young professionals that bought into his vision.

Whether one agreed with him or not, Alan projected a certain dignity and offered an alternative proposition that resonated with sections of the electorate, even if he ultimately could not sustain the momentum. Kennedy Agyapong cannot simply be equated with Alan by mere virtue of being a prominent party figure. Influence in politics is not measured by noise, threats, or perpetual conflict. It is earned through message, character, organization, and the ability to inspire broad confidence.

Furthermore, those constantly warning that Ken will destroy the NPP if disciplined are inadvertently arguing that the party should surrender its principles out of fear for one man. No serious political institution can be blackmailed into inaction. If every act of indiscipline must be tolerated because of what the offender might do in response, then the party has ceased to be governed by rules and has become hostage to personalities. Peace is not forged by appeasing every threat or rewarding every act of insubordination with a good ego massage. Genuine peace is built on justice, accountability, mutual respect, and the courage to make difficult decisions when an individual's conduct persistently undermines the collective good. Sometimes, preserving the integrity and future of an institution requires the fortitude to say: enough is enough!

Finally, a political party is bigger than any individual. No member should become so indispensable in his own mind that he places himself above the party, its statutes, its aspirations, and its collective good. Once a person's actions consistently threaten harmony, distort focus, and undermine proper functioning, leadership must have the courage to act.

As the Scripture says: "Cast out the scorner, and contention shall cease."

The NPP should not be held hostage by threats of an agenda for June 2027 or perpetual internal warfare. Given that Kennedy Agyapong's conduct has become fundamentally incompatible with the party's cohesion and progress, releasing him may not be an act of hostility but an act of institutional self-preservation. And trust me, the NPP needs that preservation quite badly!

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