The presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has appointed a 16-member team to oversee his political operations as the main opposition party begins early groundwork for the 2028 general elections.
The appointments, announced on social media, cover strategy, communications, policy and youth mobilisation. Bawumia’s office said the selections reflect the flagbearer’s readiness to build a “formidable party structure” ahead of the polls.
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Former Majority Leader Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu will serve as Chief of Staff, while ex-MP Frederick Opare-Ansah takes charge of Identifiable Activities.
Peter Mac Manu, former NPP National Chairman, was named Director of Political Strategies.
Other key appointments include:
1. Fred Oware – Political Advisor
2. Nana Akomea – Communication Advisor
3. Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah – In Charge of Policy Coordination
4. Hon. Anthony Abayifaa Karbo – In Charge of Organization and Youth Inclusion
5. Dennis Miracles Aboagye – Director of Communications
6. Krobea Kwabena Asante – Director of New Media and Aide
7. Dr. Gideon Boako – Economic Advisor and Economic Spokesperson
8. Akbar Yussif Rohullah Khomeini – Aide
9. Akosua Manu – Gender Advisor
10. Hon. Amma Frimpong – Legal Advisor
11. Dr. Ekua Amoakoh – Spokesperson
12. Kofi Tonto – Director in charge of Protocol
13. Ambassador Enos – in charge of Diplomatic Relations
The team blends veteran party strategists with younger communicators and policy experts.
The mix is expected to strengthen Bawumia’s outreach to youth, women, and the party’s base as the NPP begins groundwork for 2028.
Bawumia lost the 2024 presidential election to John Mahama but remains the NPP’s leading figure going into the next election cycle.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) on 7 May 2026, announced the constitution of its Standing and Sector Committees following a decision by its National Executive Committee and National Council.
The decision was taken at a meeting held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, in line with relevant provisions of the party’s constitution.
A statement signed by Justin Kodua Frimpong, General Secretary, NPP, and issued from the party’s headquarters in Accra-North on May 8, 2026, said the Standing Committees were established under Article 10(2)(6), while the Sector Committees were formed in accordance with Articles 10(3)(8) and 14(5) of the party constitution.
According to the party, seven Standing Committees and 23 Sector Committees have been constituted as part of efforts to improve internal coordination, strengthen governance structures, and enhance operational efficiency.
The party explained that the restructuring is intended to support its organisational activities and ensure effective management of its internal affairs.
One of the key committees announced is the Finance Committee, which will oversee the party’s financial management and resource mobilisation efforts. The Finance Committee is chaired by Fred Oware, with Dr. Charles Dwamena serving as Secretary.
Other members include Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, Nana Adwoa Dokua, William Oppong-Bio, Irene Naa Torshie Addo, Abena Osei Asare, Ambassador Edward Boateng, Joseph Ampomah Bosompem, Adelaide Ahwireng, and Alhassan Yakubu Tali.
