A senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Ezekiel Nortey, has described the New Patriotic Party’s recent political performance as deeply concerning, urging the party to look inward following its electoral setback.
During an interview with a sister station on Monday, March 23, Prof Nortey indicated that the extent of the party’s downturn points to underlying problems that require urgent attention, rather than attributing the situation to external influences.
He stressed that the current state of the New Patriotic Party signals serious internal challenges, adding that leadership must carefully examine the root causes instead of focusing only on visible outcomes.
His remarks come after findings from a new survey conducted by Global InfoAnalytics, which highlights a notable shift in voter preferences across the country.
According to the poll, the opposition National Democratic Congress commands 46 percent support nationwide, while the ruling NPP trails behind at 25 percent.
Data from the survey suggests that changing voter loyalties in key regions, coupled with economic difficulties such as rising inflation, perceptions of poor governance, and internal party disputes, have contributed significantly to the shift.
Prof Nortey emphasised that these developments should serve as a wake-up call for the NPP to undertake a comprehensive internal review, cautioning against placing blame solely on the campaign efforts of political rivals.
He further outlined critical areas requiring attention, including waning support among core followers, declining public confidence, concerns over corruption, and unmet expectations. Questions surrounding leadership effectiveness, internal cohesion, and the party’s appeal to younger voters were also raised.
Touching on the youth factor, he questioned why many young voters appear to be gravitating toward the NDC instead of the NPP, urging the party to closely examine this trend.
The academic also advocated for a stronger reliance on data and research in rebuilding the party’s strategy, recommending the use of surveys and analytical tools to better understand public sentiment at the grassroots level.
He concluded by calling for a reassessment of the party’s policy direction, noting the need to restore public trust and rebuild the credibility the NPP once enjoyed among Ghanaians.
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