Running mate for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO has urged the people of Wenchi in the Bono Region to honour the legacy of former Prime Minister Dr. Kofi Abrefa Busia by supporting the NPP in the upcoming 2024 elections.
During a campaign visit to Wenchi, NAPO paid tribute to the late Dr. Busia, laying a wreath in his memory and calling on the community to secure a victory for the party.
Wenchi, a town with deep ties to the NPP’s political tradition, holds historical significance as the birthplace of Dr. Busia, a key figure in the formation of the Progress Party, which later evolved into the NPP.
NAPO emphasized that voting for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP’s presidential candidate, would be a fitting tribute to Dr. Busia’s contributions to the nation and the party.
Engaging with local chiefs, the clergy, Muslims, and residents during his tour, NAPO urged them to pray for the NPP and to provide guidance to the party in its service to the people.
He reminded the Wenchi constituency, traditionally an NPP stronghold until it was won by the NDC in 2020, of the need to reclaim the seat as a continuation of Dr. Busia’s legacy.
NAPO encouraged the residents to reflect on the achievements of the NPP government and to vote decisively for Dr. Bawumia and the party’s parliamentary candidate for the area, Kojo Frempong, in the December elections.
Mr. Frempong, in turn, expressed his dedication to reclaiming the seat for the NPP and called for the support of the chiefs and the people to ensure a resounding victory.
The Omanhene of Wenchi, Nana Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III, praised NAPO for his contributions during his tenure in government and highlighted the challenges facing the community, appealing for continued government support to address these issues.