The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly denied allegations made by A Plus, the Member of Parliament-elect for Gomoa Central, claiming that the party had approached him to form an alliance in Parliament.
According to A Plus, the NPP, led by Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, had promised not to contest the Gomoa Central parliamentary seat in the 2028 election if he agreed to align with the party.
NPP’s Official Statement
In a statement signed by its General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, the NPP emphasized, “The NPP has not met with A Plus, nor has it authorized anyone to convey any message to him on its behalf.” This denial comes after A Plus’ Facebook post revealing the alleged proposal from the NPP.
Background of the Alleged Proposal
A Plus, who won the Gomoa Central seat as an independent candidate in the 2024 parliamentary elections, has become a key figure in the new Parliament.
The NPP, with 88 seats, and the NDC, with 183 seats, are the dominant parties in the Parliament. A Plus’ independent status and his claims of being courted by both parties have sparked interest in his potential alliances.
Implications of the NPP’s Denial
The NPP’s denial of A Plus’ claims raises questions about the party’s strategy in the new Parliament. As the minority party, the NPP may need to form alliances to push its agenda forward. However, the party’s official statement suggests that it has not engaged in any secret talks with A Plus.
In Conclusion
The NPP’s denial of A Plus’ claims has added a new layer of complexity to the party’s dynamics in the new Parliament. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the NPP will navigate its relationships with independent candidates like A Plus.
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