Governance Expert Questions Kennedy Agyapong’s Presidential Bid
Governance Expert, Kwaku Owusu Antwi, has cast doubt on the presidential ambition of Kennedy Agyapong, describing his style of politics as lacking the diplomacy and composure required for national leadership.
Speaking to Opemsuo Radio’s Kofi Boakye on Nkwantannanso, Mr. Owusu Antwi said the presidency demands restraint and maturity in public discourse.
“He is not presidential material. The presidency requires diplomacy and composure. How can someone who consistently insults members of his own party be considered fit to lead it as flagbearer?” he questioned.
Mr. Owusu Antwi maintained that although Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia may not be flawless, his style of engagement reflects greater maturity.
“Even if Dr. Bawumia may not be the perfect candidate, he is far more suitable than Kennedy and nowhere close in comparison,” he stated.
The governance expert further suggested that if Kennedy Agyapong believes he commands significant grassroots support within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), he should be prepared to demonstrate that support independently.
“If Kennedy believes he has the numbers, he is free to leave the party and test his popularity. Insulting everyone and then attempting to win their support does not reflect the character of a president,” he said.
He warned that internal political tensions could pose greater risks to party unity than opposition criticism.
“Intraparty politics can be more dangerous than opposition politics. Words are more powerful than the sword,” he cautioned.
Mr. Owusu Antwi contrasted the NPP’s internal contest with the 2024 campaign style of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), noting that former President John Dramani Mahama focused on policy proposals rather than personal attacks.
He also questioned Kennedy Agyapong’s public criticisms of respected figures such as former President John Agyekum Kufuor, arguing that repeatedly insulting party elders does not inspire confidence in national leadership.
According to him, Ghana’s governance requires thoughtful leadership, measured communication and a unifying tone capable of bringing diverse groups together under a common national vision.
