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The decision of 18 Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Majority Caucus of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) not to seek re-election in the upcoming parliamentary elections in 2024 has raised significant speculation and discussions about the future trajectory of the NPP.
The departure of prominent figures, including Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, First Deputy Speaker Joe Osei Owusu, and others, leaves a void in the party’s leadership and parliamentary representation.
The reasons behind their decision remain unclear, with speculation ranging from potential retirements from politics to pursuing alternative professional opportunities or taking a break from the demanding nature of parliamentary life. Internal dynamics within the NPP or personal considerations may also have influenced their decision-making process.
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The departure of these experienced and influential figures could potentially impact the NPP’s prospects, necessitating a strategic restructuring in preparation for the upcoming elections.
Filling these vacant seats and ensuring a smooth transition of leadership within their ranks will be imperative for the party’s continued success.
NPP MPs bowing out voluntarily
1. Kyei Mensah Bonsu (Suame) Assumed Office 7 January 1997
2. Joe Osei Owusu (Bekwai) – Assumed office 7 January 20093. Atta Akyea (Abuakwa South) – Assumed office January 2009
4. Joe Ghartey (Essikado Ketan) – In office 7 January 2005
5. Ken Agyapong (Assin Central) – First elected in 2000 for Assin North and later in 2012 for Assin Central
6. Dan Botwe (Okere) – Assumed office 7 January 2009
7. Kwasi Amoako-Atta (Atiwa West) – Assumed office 19 October 2010
8. Dr. Kwaku Afriyie (Sefwi Wiaso) – Assumed office in February 2017
9. Emmanuel Marfo (Oforikrom) – Assumed office April 2017
10. Benito Owusu-Bio (Atwima Nwabiagya) – Assumed office 7 January 2005
11. Carlos Ahenkora (Tema West) – Assumed office 7 January 2017
12. Nana Kwasi Adjei Boateng (New Juabeng North) – Assumed office on 7 January 2013
13. William Owuraku Aidoo (Afigya Kwabre South) – Assumed office 7 January 2013
14. Johnson Adu (Ahafo Ano South West) – Assumed office 7 January 2013
15. Francis Manu-Adabor (Ahafo Ano South-East) Assumed office on 7 January 2013
16. Suleman Sanid (Ahafo Ano North) – Assumed office 7 January 2017
17. Kojo Kum (Ahanta West)- Assumed office 7 January 2017
18. Francisca Oteng (Kwabre East) – Assumed office 7 January 2017
