A coalition of youth from various Zongo communities across Ghana has issued a strong warning to New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Kennedy Agyapong, cautioning him against campaigning in their communities amid growing outrage over recent comments made by one of his campaign allies.
The discontent stems from statements made by Dr. Stephen Amoah, a key figure in Agyapong’s team, who reportedly attributed the NPP’s 2024 electoral defeat to the Islamic background of then-Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. The remark has sparked outrage, particularly within the Muslim-majority Zongo communities, who consider the assertion not only discriminatory but also damaging to Ghana’s tradition of religious harmony.
The Zongo Youth Movement, speaking through its Public Relations Officer Abdullai Ali, expressed deep disappointment over the silence from Agyapong’s camp following the controversy. The group argues that failing to condemn or disassociate from the comment suggests tacit approval.
They are demanding a public apology from both Dr. Amoah and Kennedy Agyapong, warning that the campaign trail through Zongo territories will not be smooth if such inflammatory rhetoric continues unchecked. According to the group, statements like these are not just offensive—they risk sowing discord in a nation known for its peaceful coexistence across religious lines.
This controversy comes at a time when Kennedy Agyapong has already been openly criticizing the party’s internal structure. Speaking recently at the 2025 NPP Constituency Chairmen Caucus Conference in Kumasi, he painted a bleak picture of the party’s chances in the 2028 general elections if internal reforms are not urgently prioritized.
He blamed the 2024 loss on entrenched power blocs within the party—describing them as “monsters”—and insisted that without confronting these internal issues head-on, even the strongest candidate would be unable to reverse the party’s fortunes.
While Agyapong continues to present himself as the bold reformer capable of transforming the NPP from within, the religious and ethical implications of his campaign team’s statements may undermine his appeal, especially among minority communities.
Whether or not the Zongo youth’s call will influence Agyapong’s campaign strategy remains to be seen—but the message is loud and clear: their support is not automatic, and their communities will not tolerate disrespect.
