Energy analyst and former New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirant, Kwadwo Poku, has expressed confidence in the party’s resilience, stating that the NPP will remain strong even if former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong decides to leave.
Poku’s comments come at a time of heightened tension within the opposition party. Some members have called for disciplinary action against Kennedy Agyapong in response to remarks they believe might undermine the NPP’s future electoral prospects. Agyapong, however, has stood his ground, insisting he will not be silenced by internal criticism and warning that further provocation could prompt him to disclose sensitive information. “NPP should be careful with me, saying I am bitter. If they provoke me, I will spill the beans all over the place,” he cautioned.
Speaking in a media engagement, June 22, Kwadwo Poku acknowledged the significant influence Agyapong wields within the NPP, but emphasized that no individual is greater than the party itself. To make his point, he cited a social experiment from New York involving a renowned symphony musician: “There is a man who plays symphony there. Anytime he plays, you cannot get a ticket because the wealthy in New York buy his tickets. The same man was put at the subway and was asked to play, but nobody gave him money while he played there.” Poku explained that the experiment shows how an individual’s importance is often tied to the platform or institution they are associated with.
“This means your importance is with the company you keep. No single person is bigger than the NPP or the NDC. Nobody gives these two political parties enough credit,” he said.
While urging reconciliation, Mr. Poku added that he would personally encourage Kennedy Agyapong to stay with the NPP. “I will sit with Ken Agyapong and beg him anytime and any day to stay with the NPP, but if we cannot reconcile and he leaves the NPP, his departure will not collapse the NPP,” he stated.
His remarks come as the NPP leadership works to manage internal disagreements and foster unity ahead of future elections, with the party’s internal wrangling drawing increasing public attention.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com