The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Professor Ransford Gyampo, has delivered a scathing critique of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), urging the party to overhaul its leadership if it hopes to return to power.
Speaking during an appearance on ‘The Key Points’ programme on TV3 on Saturday, Prof Gyampo said the NPP had lost touch with the needs of ordinary Ghanaians, citing what he described as a culture of “arrogance and incompetence” during their time in government.
“If they don’t repent or come up with a new crop of leaders, they don’t fit to govern even a village,” he remarked.
Prof Gyampo specifically criticised the NPP’s handling of two major issues that plagued the country during their tenure—illegal small-scale mining, widely known as “galamsey”, and erratic power supply. He argued that the administration failed to show the political will or capacity to address these challenges in a way that inspired public confidence.
“The intervention to keep Ghana switched on is ongoing,” he added, alluding to current efforts by the government to stabilize the national power grid.
While Professor Gyampo holds a government-appointed position, he has long been known for his outspoken commentary on governance and national policy. His comments, though controversial, reflect a broader sentiment among some citizens who are calling for change within the NPP as the party looks ahead to the 2028 general elections.
The NPP is yet to officially respond to Prof Gyampo’s remarks. However, sources within the party suggest that internal discussions about leadership renewal and strategy are already underway.
As Ghana continues to grapple with energy concerns, environmental degradation from illegal mining, and broader questions of political accountability, voices like Gyampo’s are likely to shape the national conversation in the months to come.
