In the wake of the 2024 elections, it is critical to reflect on the journey that led to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) losing political power.

While the official declaration was made a few days after the election day, the seeds of defeat were sown long before that moment.

The NPP's loss was not about campaign promises, party manifestos, or last-minute debates; it was about years of overlooked grievances and avoidable missteps that alienated the very electorate that had once placed its trust in the party.

The Erosion of Goodwill When the NPP assumed power under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, the party enjoyed immense goodwill.