Businessman and former Assin Central MP Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has urged his supporters to remain calm and united after losing the New Patriotic Party’s 2026 presidential primaries.
Addressing members of “Team Ken” shortly after the outcome became clear, Agyapong thanked his campaign team for their efforts and reminded them that defeat is part of politics.
“I want to take this opportunity to thank Team Ken for the wonderful work they’ve done,” he said. “In politics, you can win, you can lose. So don’t be dejected.”
He acknowledged the disappointment among his supporters but encouraged them to stay hopeful.
“Once you have life, you have hope. Don’t be dejected. Keep your spirit up,” he added. “The worst doesn’t mean that is the end of life.”
Describing himself as a “veteran politician,” Agyapong said he had experienced several defeats in his career and had prepared himself for any outcome.
“I cushioned myself and expected the worst, and the worst has happened. But we have to keep faith alive and be happy with the outcome. Who knows what will happen tomorrow,” he said.
He cautioned supporters against directing anger at other party members and stressed the need for unity following the vote.
“Do not use this against anybody in the party. Once the delegates have decided, let’s all come together as party members and work together,” he said. “We have to stay calm and believe in the party. The delegates have spoken. We have to take it.”
The NPP primaries, held nationwide, saw former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia secure a commanding lead over Agyapong and three other contenders to become the party’s flagbearer for the next general election.
Agyapong concluded by asking supporters to remain peaceful and optimistic about the future, saying the party must move forward together.
“Let’s come together as one people,” he said.
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