By: Kenneth Appiah Bani
Media personality and outspoken political commentator, Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, has stirred debate within the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and beyond with a bold and thought-provoking message posted on his Facebook page.
In the post, Afrifa-Mensah wrote:
“There is no messiah coming to save the NPP. If that’s what we’re waiting for, we’re wasting time. There is no single man who will come and carry this burden for us. There is you, and there is me, and there is us. If this party will rise, it is because we chose to rise. If this country will change, it is because we changed. We are our own messiahs. We must save the party. We must rebuild the vision. We must lead Ghana forward together.”
His words have sparked strong reactions, especially as the NPP navigates internal reorganization and prepares for the 2028 general elections following its defeat in 2024. With many party faithful still divided over leadership choices and strategic direction, Afrifa-Mensah’s post cuts through with a simple yet powerful message: collective responsibility.
Afrifa-Mensah’s assertion challenges the common narrative that the fortunes of the party lie solely in the hands of a charismatic leader or political ‘saviour’. Instead, he urges members and supporters to take initiative, rebuild trust, and restore the founding ideals of the NPP.
Political analysts say his statement reflects a growing sense of urgency within the party base, especially among the youth and grassroots organizers who feel neglected in recent years. Others view it as a wake-up call to the party’s elite to be more inclusive and accountable.
As Ghana’s political landscape shifts, voices like Afrifa-Mensah’s are increasingly influencing the national conversation. Whether his message will ignite a movement within the NPP or fade into the noise of political rhetoric remains to be seen. But for now, one thing is clear: the call to action has been made and the party must decide how to answer.
