Vincent Ekow Assafuah has said while he is thrilled to continue serving his constituency following his victory in the 2024 parliamentary elections, his joy is overshadowed by the broader challenges faced by his party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), which saw several key members lose their parliamentary seats.
As Ghana’s 9th Parliament reconvenes on January 8, 2025, Assafuah’s insights touch on the importance of maintaining a consistent leadership base in order to drive lasting change.
Assafuah’s personal triumph is tempered by the stark reality that the NPP is entering the new Parliament with a diminished presence. “It’s a bittersweet moment,” Assafuah shared in an interview on Asaase Radio monitored by MyNewsGH.
“While I am honoured to continue representing Old-Tafo, I cannot ignore the significant losses our party faced in this election. It’s a hard pill to swallow when you realize that many of my colleagues won’t be by my side in Parliament.”
The depth of Assafuah’s reflections comes into focus as he stresses the vital role of political continuity in effective governance.
Recalling past advice from former Majority Leader Osei Mensah Bonsu, Assafuah noted that he initially viewed calls for consistent leadership as self-serving.
However, years of parliamentary experience have reshaped his understanding. “At first, I thought it was just about maintaining power for those already in office,” Assafuah confessed. “But now, I see that consistency is essential for getting things done.”
