Agyapong Stands Firm, Refuses to Apologize
New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful Kennedy Agyapong has dug in his heels, refusing to apologize to former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia over his claim that Bawumia is a “liar”. According to Ghana News Agency, Agyapong’s defiant stance comes after he accused Bawumia of making false statements about the late Professor Albert Adu Boahen’s decision not to contest the 1996 NPP primaries.
Agyapong explained that his comments were part of his account of events at the party’s Peace Pact ceremony, where he claimed he resisted pressure to sign the document until errors were addressed. “I will not apologise. I will apologise my foot. I don’t fear anybody,” Agyapong stated, insisting he would not be pressured into withdrawing his remark.
The Bawumia Campaign has strongly condemned Agyapong’s attacks, describing them as “baseless, uninformed and unwarranted”. According to the campaign, Bawumia has never made the statements attributed to him, and Agyapong has been challenged to provide evidence. The campaign has urged Agyapong to apologize, emphasizing Bawumia’s commitment to respectful politics.
Agyapong’s stance has been met with mixed reactions, with some analysts describing it as “foolhardy and politically unwise”. Others believe it could work in Bawumia’s favor, making him appear more measured and presidential. The incident highlights the intense rivalry within the NPP as it approaches the January 31 presidential primary.
The party’s other aspirants have distanced themselves from Agyapong’s remarks, with some describing them as unacceptable. As the primary draws near, the NPP is urging unity and restraint from its members.
The controversy surrounding Agyapong’s comments has sparked concerns about the party’s ability to present a united front ahead of the elections.
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Author: Korkor Anumu
