Dr. Bryan Acheampong
Member of Parliament (MP) for Abetifi and former Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has formally announced the formation of an Exploratory Committee to assess the possibility of a bid for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearership.
The committee has been tasked to engage key stakeholders, especially at the grassroots, and test the alignment between his vision and the aspirations of party members and the Ghanaian public.
“The NPP finds itself at a pivotal juncture that calls not only for unity but also for a renewed commitment to our core values,” he stated and added, “I have served the NPP faithfully, supported many, and helped shape impactful policies. Everything within me and every resource at my disposal have been put to the service of the party.”
In his public statement copied to the Daily Guide Network, the committee will deliver its findings within four weeks.
Over the last two decades, Dr. Acheampong has quietly become one of the most dependable and effective hands within the NPP. A man whose trajectory reflects not just ambition, but intentional preparation for national leadership.
From his early days as a grassroots organiser and party staffer, he has steadily climbed through the ranks. His election to Parliament and subsequent appointments as Minister of State at the Ministry of National Security, and Minister of Food and Agriculture, coupled with his influential role on numerous parliamentary and party committees, have all reinforced his image as a man driven by a deep sense of duty.
His tenure at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture was a prime example of his ability to take charge of complex portfolios. He introduced forward-looking strategies to improve food production, tackle inflation in food prices, and support farmer resilience — key concerns in a post-COVID, high-cost-of-living era.
Beyond government, Dr. Acheampong is also known for his entrepreneurial success, most notably as the force behind the Rock City Hotel project in Kwahu, a venture that has redefined the standards of tourism infrastructure in Ghana. It stands as both a job creation engine and a tangible example of his “doer, not talker” philosophy.
His supporters often describe him as a rare blend of political pedigree, business acumen, and grassroots sensibility. He is also recognised for his loyalty to the NPP cause, having financially supported the party’s operations during lean times and mentored emerging political talents behind the scenes.
What makes Dr. Acheampong’s current posture especially timely is his neutrality in the ongoing factionalism within the NPP. In a political atmosphere increasingly characterised by personal camps and rivalry, he has remained largely above the fray, a trait that party elders say will be crucial in mending internal cracks ahead of 2028.
“I believe in the Party’s capacity to overcome its challenges and once again lead Ghana towards a brighter future,” he said. “Let us remain steadfast in spirit and decorous in conduct in the pursuit of progress, inclusivity, and effective leadership for Ghana.”
While the nation awaits the findings of the Exploratory Committee, one thing is clear: Bryan Acheampong is not entering the race for relevance — he has been relevant all along. His announcement is simply the natural progression of a life already devoted to public service and party building.
As the NPP considers its future leadership, voters and delegates alike will have to weigh experience, loyalty, and delivery. In Dr. Acheampong, many see a candidate who embodies all three — not only serious about service, but seasoned by it.
A Daily Guide Report