“Opposition Was Not Our Goal, But Ghanaians Have Spoken” – Manhyia South MP Reflects on NPP’s Electoral Defeat
Lawyer Agyei Baffour Awuah emphasizes the need for the NPP to accept their new role in opposition and vows a comeback if the NDC fails to meet expectations.
- Manhyia South MP acknowledges Ghanaians’ decision for the party to serve in opposition
- From 169 seats in 2020, the NPP now holds 88, while the NDC secures 185 seats in Parliament
- MP cautions that failure to deliver meaningful change could lead to the NDC losing support in future elections
The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Lawyer Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has expressed his disappointment following the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) defeat in the 2024 general elections.
Speaking during an interview on Ghana Se Sen with Kwame Tanko on Lawson TV, the MP admitted that the outcome was not what the party had hoped for.
“Opposition was not what we were looking for, but Ghanaians have spoken,” he remarked.
Reflecting on the results, Lawyer Agyei Baffour acknowledged that the electorate had chosen a different path, seemingly opting for the NPP to serve in the Minority to play a supportive role in governance.
“Some time ago, we had 96 MPs, and Ghanaians gave us 169 MPs. Now they’ve reduced our numbers to 88. After four years, if the 185 MPs they’ve given to the NDC don’t bring any meaningful change, they will take it back,” he explained.
The MP further emphasized that the decision of the people must be respected, highlighting the responsibility of the NPP in their new role to work constructively for the benefit of the nation.
