“Time for Reconciliation”: Dr. Bawumia Urges Unity at NPP National Thanksgiving Service

 Following his historic emergence as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer for the 2028 elections, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia addressed the nation during a National Thanksgiving Service on February 15, 2026. The event, held at the UPSA Auditorium, served as both a spiritual celebration and a strategic call to order for the party.

In a message centered on "Unity and Reconciliation," Dr. Bawumia urged members to move past the friction of the primary season.

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia

Key Highlights of the Address:

A Call for Forgiveness: Dr. Bawumia specifically called for members to forgive each other for "unpalatable things" said during the heat of the internal campaign.

Ending Internal Divisions: He emphasized that the path to 2028 requires a cohesive front, urging an immediate end to internal divisions that could weaken the party’s national standing.

Focus on Peace: The Vice President advocated for a political climate defined by dialogue and mutual respect rather than intimidation.

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Historical Significance: The Presence of Koku Anyidoho

The service gained additional traction due to the unexpected attendance of Koku Anyidoho, former Deputy General-Secretary of the rival NDC. While Dr. Bawumia focused on internal NPP healing, the presence of such a high-profile former opposition figure underscored the theme of "reconciliation" reaching beyond party lines.

"It is God who makes kings... the NPP's next move must be unity."