Dennis Miracles Aboagye, spokesperson for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's 2024 campaign, recently addressed the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) unexpected setback in Ghana's general elections. In response to the huge support for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), he stated that the NPP may have miscalculated Ghanaians' growing discontent. This shift in voter mood, he claimed, was caused by unsolved economic issues, increased unemployment, and suspicions of pervasive corruption during the NPP's reign.

Aboagye stated that the party's leadership had failed to appropriately address the pressing concerns confronting ordinary residents, which contributed to a loss of public trust. "The NPP has been at the helm for several years, but economic difficulties and governance missteps created a fertile ground for the NDC to capitalize on voter frustrations," Aboagye told the press. His comments are consistent with those of political observers, who claim that the NPP's failure to connect with the grassroots on crucial issues was a major factor in its defeat.



The NDC's campaign strategy, which focused on socioeconomic issues and promises of change, resonated with Ghanaians who were disillusioned with the NPP's performance. Aboagye admitted that the NDC's strategy, combined with their ability to mobilize their base efficiently, provided them a substantial advantage. He also claimed that the NPP's complacency and over-reliance on their past supremacy had blinded them to the changing political situation.

This election also illustrated a larger trend in Africa, in which ruling parties are being deposed due to growing dissatisfaction with government. Aboagye called for reflection inside the NPP, encouraging the party to regain confidence with the voters by focusing on accountability and tackling the socioeconomic issues that contributed to their defeat.

Despite the loss, Aboagye expressed confidence in Dr. Bawumia's leadership skills and ability to reconnect with the public. He highlighted that the campaign team would concentrate on learning from the setback and repositioning the party to recapture Ghanaians' trust in the future.