Dr. Charles Dwamena Declares Bid for NPP General Secretary Position
Dr. Charles Dwamena, popularly known within political circles as Dr. China, has officially declared his intention to contest for the influential position of General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), setting the stage for what is expected to be a keenly contested internal race.
The respected party stalwart made the announcement during an interview on OTEC FM’s Dwaberem political show, hosted by Dr. Cash, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026—just three days ahead of the party’s crucial presidential primaries, a period he described as pivotal to the NPP’s future.
Speaking passionately, Dr. Dwamena urged party delegates and faithful to place unity above personal ambition, stressing that decisions taken during the primaries must be guided by a singular objective: building a united front capable of winning back power in the 2028 general elections.
According to him, the NPP’s next presidential candidate must not only possess competence and vision but, more importantly, demonstrate the ability to unite all factions of the party, heal internal divisions, and restore confidence among the grassroots and the wider Ghanaian electorate.
“Discipline, cohesion, and collective responsibility are non-negotiable if the NPP wants to remain a strong national force,” Dr. Dwamena emphasised.
He further highlighted the strategic importance of the General Secretary’s office, describing it as the engine room of the party. He noted that effective coordination, strict adherence to party structures, and robust grassroots mobilisation are critical to electoral success.
Dr. Dwamena explained that his decision to contest the position is driven by a deep commitment to reorganising, energising, and strengthening the party—from the polling station level to the national leadership—to ensure the NPP emerges more formidable ahead of future elections.
His announcement has sparked renewed debate and excitement within the party, injecting fresh momentum into internal discussions as the NPP enters a defining phase of reorganisation and strategic planning.
Political observers believe Dr. Dwamena’s entry into the race could significantly reshape the dynamics of the contest, particularly as calls for unity, discipline, and structural coherence continue to dominate conversations within the party.
