Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Vice Presidential Candidate in the 2024 elections, has addressed the nation in the wake of the party’s defeat to the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
In a heartfelt letter dated December 11, 2024, Dr. Prempeh, popularly called NAPO expressed gratitude to Ghanaians for the opportunity to serve and emphasized the party’s commitment to introspection and recovery.
“This was not the outcome we, in the NPP, envisaged; but we respect the verdict of the Ghanaian people,” Dr. Prempeh wrote. Acknowledging the importance of humility in defeat, he pledged that the party would work with the populace to rectify any shortcomings. “To Ghanaians, we have heard you clearly, and with humility, we accept.”
He took a moment to thank the NPP leadership, particularly Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the party’s flagbearer, for nominating him as running mate.
Dr. Prempeh also extended his appreciation to the party faithful, his team, family, and friends for their unwavering support throughout the campaign. “I am grateful to H.E. the Vice-President for nominating me as his running mate, and to the NPP leadership for the overwhelming support I received,” he noted.
Dr. Prempeh highlighted the need for the party to reflect on its loss and strategize for the future.
“As we go into a period of honest introspection and reflection on this electoral verdict, I am confident that we will emerge stronger, and bounce back to win the trust, confidence, support, and affection of Ghanaians,” he said. His tone conveyed hope and a commitment to the ideals and traditions of the NPP.
He concluded by expressing gratitude to God for bringing him thus far and called for resilience among party members. “May God bless Ghana and the NPP, and make us all resilient and strong.”
