Nana Akufo-Addo, the former president, has warned candidates running for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearership not to allow personal ambition to jeopardize party unity and long-term prospects, emphasizing that the NPP is more important than any individual interest.
Speaking during the peace accord signing event for NPP presidential candidates ahead of the party’s January 31, 2026, primaries, he described the deal as more than a symbolic exercise.
“This peace pact, this commitment pact, is therefore not a mere ceremony,” Nana Akufo-Addo said.
According to him, the pact represents a solemn responsibility among contestants.
“It is a commitment that ambition will not override fraternity, that competition will not descend into hostility, and that once the ballot has spoken, the party will move forward as one,” he explained.
The former President reminded aspirants that their conduct before and after the internal elections will have lasting implications for the party and the country.
“Your conduct will shape the moral tone of the NPP and the future of our country,” he said, noting that party supporters, grassroots members, and the youth are closely observing their actions.
He warned that internal competition must not weaken the party’s collective strength.
“Let me be clear. The NPP is bigger than any individual,” he stated.
He added that no personal agenda should take precedence over the party’s survival.
“No ambition, grievance, or faction is greater than the elephant,” he said, referring to the party’s symbol, and urged aspirants not to allow leadership contests to divide the party”, he added.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com/Joseph Asare
