Former  President John Agyekum Kufuor has spoken out about what he says is growing neglect by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) — the very party he led to historic electoral victories and helped shape into a modern political force.

At 86, Kufuor says he’s still mentally sharp and more than willing to serve as a guiding voice for the party, but claims he’s being kept out of key conversations and decisions.

“If this party still has elders… I am one,” he said during a recent conversation with NPP presidential hopeful and MP Bryan Acheampong. “The least the party can do is keep me informed. Let me hear what’s happening.”

Kufuor’s frustration reveals tensions brewing beneath the surface of Ghana’s ruling party, as it navigates internal rivalries and a looming presidential race. His comments come as many party members reflect on the NPP’s identity — and whether its current leadership is losing touch with its roots.

Known for ushering in an era of economic reforms and democratic stability during his 2001–2009 presidency, Kufuor is still widely respected across Ghana’s political spectrum. But respect, he suggests, doesn’t equal relevance.

“Have I deteriorated to the point where, after being fed, I’d claim I haven’t eaten? No — I haven’t reached that stage yet,” he said, asserting that he remains fully capable of contributing.

He also took a moment to remind the party of its long and storied journey, tracing its origins from the United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC) to its eventual triumph in the early 2000s. “I’ve been quiet,” he warned, “but make no mistake — I’ve been watching. Closely.”

The remarks have sparked a wave of reaction within Ghana’s political circles, with some seeing them as a wake-up call for the NPP to reconnect with its elder statesmen and founding principles. Others view it as a pointed message to a party caught between legacy and ambition.

Whether party leaders will heed the call remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: John Kufuor may have stepped away from the presidency — but he’s not stepping away from the conversation.

Source:TheDotNews