The campaign team for Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, has vehemently rejected the findings of a recent Global InfoAnalytics poll concerning the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer contest. The poll, released on August 22, 2025, placed Dr. Adutwum significantly behind frontrunners Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Kennedy Agyapong. Adutwum’s spokesperson, Opoku Mensah, countered the poll’s projections, asserting that their internal polling data presents a starkly different picture of the race, one where Dr. Adutwum enjoys substantial support among NPP delegates. Mensah emphasized Dr. Adutwum’s strong connection with the grassroots and his deep roots within the party, particularly in the Ashanti Region, as key factors contributing to his growing popularity. He dismissed the external poll as an inaccurate representation of the true dynamics of the contest, expressing confidence in Dr. Adutwum’s prospects.
The Global InfoAnalytics poll, based on responses from 2,656 NPP delegates across 263 constituencies, projected a dominant lead for former Vice-President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who garnered 52% of the projected votes. Former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Agyapong, trailed with 17%. Dr. Adutwum, along with several other aspirants, polled less than 1% in this survey. This stark contrast between the external poll and the Adutwum campaign’s internal polling data underscores the differing perspectives on the candidate’s standing within the party. The Adutwum campaign attributes this disparity to a potential disconnect between externally conducted surveys and the on-the-ground sentiments of party delegates.
Opoku Mensah, speaking on Class 91.3 FM’s 505 news programme, highlighted Dr. Adutwum’s perceived strengths, portraying him as a “formidable force” with a “home advantage” in the Ashanti Region, a crucial NPP stronghold. He argued that the delegates are seeking a fresh perspective and leadership, and that Dr. Adutwum embodies this desired change. This narrative of representing a “new dawn” for the party is a key element of the Adutwum campaign’s strategy, aiming to position him as a viable alternative to the established frontrunners. The campaign believes that Dr. Adutwum’s message resonates with delegates yearning for a shift in party direction.
The dismissal of the Global InfoAnalytics poll by the Adutwum campaign highlights the strategic importance of managing perceptions and narratives within a competitive political landscape. By challenging the validity of the external poll and emphasizing their own internal data, the campaign seeks to maintain a positive outlook and project an image of growing momentum. This strategy aims to counter any negative perceptions that might arise from the poll’s findings and to reassure potential supporters of Dr. Adutwum’s viability as a candidate. It also serves to maintain morale within the campaign team and to motivate continued efforts towards securing the NPP flagbearer position.
The NPP flagbearer election, scheduled for January 2026, will determine the party’s candidate for the 2028 general election. The outcome of this internal party contest carries significant weight for the future direction of the NPP and its prospects in the national elections. The contrasting narratives presented by the Global InfoAnalytics poll and the Adutwum campaign underscore the highly competitive nature of this race. The coming months will likely witness intensified campaigning and strategic maneuvering as each candidate vies for the support of NPP delegates. The internal dynamics of the party and the effectiveness of each campaign’s messaging will play crucial roles in determining the ultimate outcome of the flagbearer election.
The contest for the NPP flagbearership reflects the broader political landscape in Ghana, where shifting demographics, evolving political priorities, and the desire for fresh leadership create a dynamic and unpredictable electoral environment. The differing interpretations of Dr. Adutwum’s standing within the party, as reflected in the conflicting poll data, highlight the challenges of accurately gauging public opinion and predicting electoral outcomes. The ultimate test of the Adutwum campaign’s assertions will be the results of the NPP flagbearer election in January 2026, where the delegates’ votes will determine the party’s chosen candidate for the 2028 general elections. This election holds significant implications not only for the NPP’s internal dynamics but also for the broader political landscape of Ghana.
