NPP’s Arrogance, Complacency, and Disconnect from Grassroots Cost Them the 2024 Election – Akrofuom MP
Akrofuom MP attributes NPP's loss to arrogance and disconnect from grassroots
- Predictable Loss Due to Arrogance and Complacency
- Voter Apathy Reflects Broader Disillusionment
- NDC Must Avoid Complacency Post-Victory
Hon. Joseph Azumah, Member of Parliament for Akrofuom, has sharply criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for its failure to recognize the clear signs leading to their defeat in the 2024 general elections.
Speaking on Lawson TV/Radio’s Ghana Se Sen Morning Show on Friday, April 25, 2025, Azumah emphasized that the NPP’s loss was not only foreseeable but also a direct consequence of their disregard for public sentiment.
“If we are to be truthful, the NPP should not form a committee to unravel the defeat,” Azumah stated. “Ghanaians told them what they didn’t want, but they didn’t listen. The signs were more than clear.”
Azumah noted that the NPP’s failure to heed the electorate’s concerns, particularly regarding economic hardships and governance issues, led to widespread voter disillusionment. He pointed out that even within the party, many members were unaware of the impending loss, highlighting a disconnect between the leadership and the grassroots.
“Everybody was discouraged,” Azumah remarked. “If you were an NPP member and didn’t know you would lose, then you are not a politician. It was just a matter of how much the NDC would win by.”
The 2024 elections saw the NPP suffer significant losses, particularly in regions like Greater Accra and Central, where voter turnout among NPP supporters was notably low. This decline in participation contributed to the NPP’s defeat, as many of their traditional strongholds shifted in favor of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Azumah also addressed the issue of voter apathy, asserting that it was not merely a matter of NPP supporters abstaining from voting.
“That voter apathy they’re talking about is not the full truth. It’s not just NPP supporters who didn’t vote—many Ghanaians are disillusioned,” he said.
He emphasized the need for politicians to rebuild public trust and engage meaningfully with the electorate.
Looking ahead, Azumah urged the NDC to remain vigilant and not become complacent with their newfound majority.
“The NDC has to work massively and not relax that we have the majority of seats,” he advised, stressing the importance of continued effort and accountability in governance.
Azumah’s remarks serve as a pointed reminder to political parties of the necessity to stay attuned to the needs and concerns of the populace, lest they face a similar fate in future elections.
