A fresh wave of internal tension has rippled through the New Patriotic Party (NPP) following a forceful response by Kennedy Ohene Agyapong to recent public criticisms made by former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Adwoa Safo.
The exchange, captured and analyzed in a video shared by Critical Analyst TV, has reignited conversations about leadership ambition, internal loyalty, and unresolved grievances within the party as it positions itself for future political contests.
Kennedy Agyapong, known for his outspoken style and unapologetic political posture, did not mince words as he addressed what he described as unfair and misleading remarks attributed to Adwoa Safo.
According to him, the narrative being pushed about his past interactions and leadership intentions does not reflect the full truth and risks distorting internal party history for public consumption.
In his response, Agyapong suggested that internal disagreements within the NPP should be handled with a sense of responsibility and maturity, rather than through public accusations that could weaken the party’s image.
He argued that while internal debate is healthy in any democratic organization, persistent public attacks from within only serve to empower political opponents.
The lawmaker-turned-presidential aspirant made it clear that his leadership ambitions are rooted in what he believes to be a genuine desire to reform, strengthen, and reconnect the party with grassroots supporters. He rejected any suggestion that his political journey has been driven by personal vendettas or power struggles, insisting instead that his outspokenness has always been motivated by a desire for accountability and honesty within the party.
Kennedy Agyapong’s camp, as outlined in the Critical Analyst TV breakdown, framed his response as both a defence of his record and a broader warning about the dangers of selective storytelling.
According to his supporters, internal frustrations that are taken to the public space without context risk deepening divisions and eroding trust among party faithful.
Adwoa Safo’s criticisms, which triggered the response, are believed to stem from long-standing tensions dating back to her time in Parliament and her complicated relationship with party leadership during her tenure as Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection.
While she has maintained that her comments are rooted in personal experience and principle, Agyapong’s response suggests that such issues should be addressed through internal mechanisms rather than public commentary.
Political analysts observing the unfolding exchange say the episode reflects deeper undercurrents within the NPP as it navigates a post-election rebuilding phase. With multiple personalities eyeing future leadership roles, unresolved grievances are increasingly finding expression in the media space, raising questions about cohesion and discipline within the party.
“The Kennedy–Adwoa Safo exchange is not just about two individuals,” one analyst noted. “It reflects a broader struggle within the NPP over narrative control, legacy, and who gets to define the party’s future direction.”
The discussion has also sparked widespread reactions on social media, where party supporters are sharply divided. Some applaud Kennedy Agyapong for standing his ground and confronting criticism head-on, while others argue that public back-and-forths among senior party figures only deepen perceptions of internal disarray.
Despite the controversy, Agyapong reiterated his commitment to the party, stressing that criticism should ultimately be constructive and aimed at strengthening the NPP rather than tearing it apart. He challenged party members to focus on lessons from recent electoral experiences and prioritize unity, strategy, and credibility ahead of future elections.
As the internal dynamics of the NPP continue to evolve, observers say exchanges like this will likely become more frequent, especially as aspirants position themselves and attempt to shape public perception.
Whether such confrontations lead to meaningful internal reforms or further fragmentation remains an open question.
What is clear, however, is that the response by Kennedy Agyapong has added another layer to the ongoing debate about leadership, accountability, and communication within the NPP. For a party seeking to regain public confidence, how it manages these internal tensions may prove just as important as its external campaign strategy.
Source: Unmute
