In the aftermath of his parliamentary election loss, Andy Appiah-Kubi, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has opened up about the internal struggles and external challenges that contributed to his defeat.
He shared a candid reflection on the events that led to the loss, as well as the tensions within his own party that made his position increasingly difficult, in an interview with Joy News.
Appiah-Kubi confirmed reports about his involvement in efforts to persuade President Nana Akufo-Addo to relieve Ken Ofori-Atta of his duties as Finance Minister during a period of economic strain.
“I was among those who spoke up, urging the president to act decisively for the sake of the country,” he said, explaining the party’s growing concern over the state of the economy.
The decision to challenge a key figure in the government wasn’t easy, and Appiah-Kubi’s role in the matter didn’t go unnoticed within the NPP.
However, his outspoken advocacy came with significant personal costs. Appiah-Kubi revealed that he faced persecution from within his own party.
“At one point, I felt my life was at risk. The pressure was overwhelming,” he said, adding that the situation took a serious toll on his health.
“There were times when I wasn’t sure I would make it through,” he admitted. Despite these challenges, he expressed gratitude for surviving the ordeal, attributing his resilience to a higher power.
The NPP MP also noted that his efforts to push for reforms within the party, aimed at fulfilling its broader goals and meeting the expectations of its constituents, were met with resistance.
“I always believed that the party needed to adapt, to listen to the people.
But not everyone was ready for change,” he explained. His stance on reforms made him a target, and despite his dedication to the party’s principles, Appiah-Kubi’s actions seemed to alienate him from the very system he worked to improve.
