A recent Global InfoAnalytics poll has revealed that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is the preferred candidate among New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters to lead the party in the 2028 presidential election. The poll, which assessed the popularity of potential candidates, showed that Dr. Bawumia commands strong support, reinforcing his influence within the party despite the NPP’s loss in the 2024 elections.
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| Dr. Bawumia Leads NPP Poll for 2028 Flagbearer Race – Global InfoAnalytics |
The survey results indicate that 57% of NPP supporters favor Dr. Bawumia as their preferred candidate, placing him ahead of other contenders such as Kennedy Agyapong, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, Kwabena Agyapong, Brian Acheampong, and Francis Addai Nimo.
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Breakdown of Poll Results
Among NPP supporters:
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Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia – 57%
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Kennedy Agyapong – 22%
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Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum – 11%
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Other candidates (Kwabena Agyapong, Brian Acheampong, Francis Addai Nimo, etc.) – 11%
Among the general public:
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Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia – 48%
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Kennedy Agyapong – 25%
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Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum – 12%
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Other candidates – 14%
These numbers reflect Dr. Bawumia’s continued dominance in NPP politics, showing that many within the party still believe in his leadership.
Bawumia’s Strength in the NPP
Dr. Bawumia, who served as Vice President from 2017 to 2025 and later became the NPP’s 2024 Presidential Candidate, has maintained his influence within the party. Despite his loss in the last general election, many NPP members still see him as the best choice to lead the party into the next election.
His closest rival, Kennedy Agyapong, secured 22% of NPP supporters' votes, making him the second most preferred candidate. Agyapong, a businessman and former Member of Parliament, gained significant popularity in the 2024 NPP primaries, but it appears that his influence has not yet surpassed that of Dr. Bawumia.
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Meanwhile, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, former Minister of Education, emerged as a third contender, polling 11% among NPP supporters and 12% among the general public. His influence is growing, but he remains far behind the two leading candidates.
Political Commentary: The Akufo-Addo Factor
Political analysts believe Dr. Bawumia’s chances in 2028 will depend on how he positions himself in the post-Akufo-Addo era. Political commentator Benedict Kubabom noted on 3News that Dr. Bawumia must differentiate himself from the former president’s legacy to appeal to a broader voter base.
🗣 “Dr. Bawumia needs to completely distance himself from the influence of Nana Akufo-Addo from now until 2028. The former president is his Achilles’ heel, and Bawumia must address this issue. He needs to be his own man and make independent decisions about the direction the party should take in the future.”
With four years until the 2028 elections, the NPP is likely to see intense competition among its leading figures. While Dr. Bawumia remains the clear frontrunner, the political landscape could shift as other candidates increase their influence and attempt to challenge his dominance.
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