The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has begun identifying potential parliamentary candidates ahead of the 2028 general elections, with the party seeking individuals it believes have the capability of winning parliamentary seats for the party.
Against this backdrop, LegendReport’s Question of the Day this morning asked: Will Dr. Alex Ampaabeng, who was the NPP’s parliamentary candidate for the Juaboso Constituency in the 2024 general elections, contest again in 2028?
The question has generated considerable discussion on various WhatsApp platforms across the Western North Region, with different views emerging about Dr. Ampaabeng’s possible return to the contest.
Some contributors believe Dr. Ampaabeng should contest again, arguing that despite the relatively short period he served as a former Deputy Minister of Finance, he was able to support and assist some young people in the Juaboso Constituency. According to them, his experience and visibility could make him a strong candidate for the NPP if he decides to contest.
Others have pointed to his performance in the 2024 parliamentary election, where he gave the incumbent Member of Parliament, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, a competitive contest despite it being his first attempt at winning the seat.
In the 2024 parliamentary election, Dr. Alex Ampaabeng, representing the NPP, obtained 18,672 votes, while Kwabena Mintah Akandoh of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) secured 20,724 votes. The results showed a relatively close contest between the two candidates.
Some of the comments generated from the discussion will be published as part of the ongoing conversation surrounding the future of the NPP in the Juaboso Constituency.
However, the ultimate decision on who will represent the NPP in the 2028 parliamentary election rests with the party and its internal processes. While other potential aspirants may emerge as the party begins its preparations, Dr. Alex Ampaabeng currently stands among the potential names being discussed in the Juaboso Constituency.
LegendReport will continue to follow developments surrounding the NPP’s search for a parliamentary candidate in Juaboso and provide further updates as the 2028 elections approach.
