Former Minister for Information, Fatimatu Abubakar, has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to stop the public accusations and instead focus on unity and strategy to recover from their loss in the December 2024 general elections.
In an interview, Abubakar called for reflection, teamwork, and a unified effort to regain power in the 2028 elections. “We must focus on reflection, regrouping, and recapturing power as quickly as possible. But how we approach it is crucial,” she said.
She expressed concern over the increasing trend of public finger-pointing among senior members of the party, which she warned could undermine trust and unity within the party. “It’s unacceptable to hear senior members, including those who were part of the 2024 campaign, pointing fingers carelessly. This only harms our efforts to regroup,” Abubakar added.
The former Minister advised party members to address their frustrations through internal channels rather than airing grievances publicly. “Throwing accusations in public only creates mistrust and division. If those accused respond, where does that leave us?” she asked.
Abubakar highlighted the ongoing efforts by the NPP to address its challenges, including the establishment of a fact-finding committee by the party’s National Council.
The committee, chaired by former Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, is tasked with investigating the causes of the party’s defeat and recommending a way forward.
While confident in the committee’s ability to offer valuable insights, Abubakar cautioned that public infighting could hinder the process. “If you truly love the NPP, you’ll protect it when it’s vulnerable, fix it when it’s broken, and lift it up when it’s down,” she said.
Calling for restraint, Abubakar urged members to adopt a collective approach in rebuilding the party. “Heroes aren’t made by those who complain and criticize, but by those who lead the effort to restore the party. We rise together or fall together, but we must rise,” she concluded.
