Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen
The 2024 presidential candidate of the Movement for Change (M4C), Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, has officially transitioned his political movement into a full-fledged political party known as the United Party (UP Plus), vowing to end the nation’s political duopoly and build a prosperous nation under what he calls the “Paradise Project.”
Unveiling the new party at a ceremony attended by representatives of civil society groups and faith-based organisations in Accra yesterday, Mr. Kyerematen described the rebranding as “a new dawn in Ghanaian politics.”
He said the UP Plus would bring an end to the divisiveness and acrimony that have long characterised the country’s politics.
“We are ushering in a new era; a new dawn that will end the culture of winner-takes-all and the duopoly of the two major parties. A new dawn that will bring about economic transformation, massive job opportunities, a golden age of business, and prosperity for our country,” he declared.
Mr. Kyerematen said the party’s vision, branded as Vision 2040, seeks to make Ghana the “economic powerhouse of Africa” by the year 2040.
He pointed out that the long-term development framework, which he calls the Paradise Project, is built around unity, accountability, and inclusive opportunity.
“Our vision is to make Ghana the economic powerhouse of Africa by 2040, and we are branding this as the Paradise Project. By the grace of God, if the people of Ghana entrust us with power, we promise that by 2040, Ghana will become a paradise,” he said.
He explained that the UP Plus will focus on building “one united, peaceful, secure, and prosperous country” by promoting equal opportunities for all citizens, particularly the youth, women, and the vulnerable.
Mr. Kyerematen also outlined the party’s core values, including integrity, discipline, rule of law, meritocracy, patriotism, tolerance, free speech, and ethical leadership.
He emphasised the need to “bring decency back into Ghanaian politics,” arguing that national development depends on moral and disciplined leadership.
“The United Party will promote a new culture of decency, discipline, and patriotism. We want to unleash the entrepreneurial spirit of Ghanaians and restore respect for ethical leadership in public life,” he said.
The former Trade and Industry Minister added that the UP Plus remains anchored in the Movement for Change’s Great Transformational Plan (GTP), a comprehensive policy framework he developed during his presidential campaign, and reaffirmed that the new party would pursue Ghana’s transformation beyond partisanship.
“We are building on the foundation of the Movement for Change. Within just nine months, we saw the energy of the people, from those wearing yellow T-shirts to supporters abroad. That spirit is what we are carrying forward,” he said.
Interim National Chairman, Abubakar Saddique Boniface, said the United Party represents a broad coalition of citizens from diverse political backgrounds united by shared values and a commitment to national progress.
“Ghana’s political history is full of divisions between left and right. But we, the UP Plus, are centrists; we bring the good from both sides to the centre. We are not just forming another party; we are forming a movement for honest, disciplined, and God-fearing leadership to serve Ghana.”
He added that UP Plus blends the experience of veteran public servants with the energy of the youth and women, ensuring a balanced approach to national renewal.
“Our government will be based on unity – unity of ideas, unity of resources, and unity in sharing the benefits of development. The UP Plus exists as a viable alternative with open doors, welcoming merit and competence,” he stated.
Interim General Secretary, Yaw Buaben Asamoah, was also present at the event, alongside representatives from the Christian Council of Ghana, the Trades Union Congress (TUC), FixTheCountry Movement, Ghana Pentecostal Council, Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA), Election Watch Ghana, and Youth for Change.
It was declared at the event that Alan Kyerematen’s UP Plus, symbolised by yellow, black, and white colours, has officially received its registration from the Electoral Commission, which signals the emergence of a centrist political force that pledges to build a united and prosperous Ghana by 2040.
By Ernest Kofi Adu