Former Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has officially joined the contest for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidacy, picking up nomination forms to vie in the party’s flagbearer election scheduled for January 2026.
Dr. Adutwum, who served under former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and is the current Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, is positioning himself to lead the NPP into the 2028 general elections. His candidacy marks yet another addition to the growing field of aspirants seeking to steer the party’s future.
Renowned for his leadership in educational reform, Dr. Adutwum is particularly celebrated for championing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) development and expanding access to secondary education.
His entry into the flagbearer race is expected to spark considerable discussion within party ranks, with many supporters touting his technocratic expertise and accomplishments in public service.
Meanwhile, on August 13, more than 490 constituency youth organisers, both substantive and deputy, picked up nomination forms on behalf of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for the same contest. The group described Dr. Bawumia as the candidate best positioned to secure victory for the NPP in the 2028 elections, citing his “exceptional leadership, proven track record, and vision for Ghana’s future” as the basis for their endorsement.
Their support follows a strategic meeting held on July 29, 2025, with participation from youth organisers representing constituencies across the country. The NPP’s upcoming flagbearer election promises to be a closely watched and hotly contested affair as the party prepares for its next chapter.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
