Paul Afoko says he has forgiven NPP members over suspension, urges end to factionalism

National Chairman hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Afoko, says he has forgiven those who played various roles in his indefinite suspension from the party in 2015, insisting that his priority is now to help rebuild the NPP ahead of the 2028 general elections.”Speaking on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, during the formal announcement of his bid for the NPP National Chairmanship and the unveiling of his vision for the party, Mr Afoko also cautioned against destructive factionalism, arguing that internal divisions threaten the party's chances of returning to power.

Emotions must give way to thinking, to strategic thinking, to how we can help our party to come out of this situation,” he said, adding, “I have forgiven completely.