On Monday, March 16, 2026, the Minority Leader, Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, expressed strong confidence in the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) current standing with the electorate, asserting that the party would secure a clear majority in Parliament if elections were held today.

His remarks come as the NPP continues its post-2024 election reorganization under the theme of "Unity and Discipline" as they prepare for a long-term return to power.

Confidence in the NPP’s Resurgence

Speaking during a session of the 9th Parliament, Afenyo-Markin argued that the initial excitement surrounding the NDC’s "National Reset" is being met with the reality of governance, which he believes favors the NPP’s track record:

Electoral Readiness: The Minority Leader stated that internal polling and ground-level feedback suggest a significant shift in public sentiment back toward the NPP.

Criticism of the NDC: He pointed to the ongoing controversies—such as the Ibrahim Mahama private jet debate and the cocoa purchase suspension—as evidence that the current administration is struggling to meet its lofty campaign promises.

A Call for Focus: Afenyo-Markin urged the Majority to focus on delivering the 2026 budget promises rather than "playing politics" with state resources, noting that the NPP is ready to provide a "superior alternative".

Internal Party Reorganization

The Minority Leader’s confidence is also rooted in the NPP’s internal efforts to heal divisions following the 2024 polls:

Unity Above All: Afenyo-Markin has been a vocal advocate for party cohesion, recently warning that "when the NPP is divided, Ghana bears the consequences".

Strategic Tours: His comments follow the launch of several "listening tours" by NPP leaders, including the current tour of 20 cocoa communities in the Ashanti Region led by Frank Annoh-Dompreh.

Targeting 2028: While he spoke of "today," the primary focus of the Minority remains building a robust platform for the 2028 general elections.

Parliamentary Dynamics

Currently, the 9th Parliament is nearly split, with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) holding a slim majority. This has led to frequent "clashes" and "drama" on the floor between Afenyo-Markin and the Majority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, over everything from military recruitment to the use of the Speaker’s seconding powers.

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