The Member of Parliament-Elect for Asante Akyem North, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, has announced his decision to distance himself from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and align with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming 9th Parliament.
Speaking in an interview with GHOne TV, Mr. Frimpong disclosed that a promise made by the outgoing MP, Andy Appiah-Kubi, played a pivotal role in his decision.
According to him, Mr. Appiah-Kubi had assured him of support as his successor but failed to fulfill the commitment when the time came.
“Andy Appiah-Kubi Esq. promised that I would be his successor,” Mr. Frimpong revealed, emphasizing that the unkept promise contributed to his disenchantment with the NPP.
The MP-elect stated that his decision to caucus with the NDC stems from his desire to prioritize transformative leadership and focus on addressing the needs of his constituents in Asante Akyem North rather than adhering to partisan loyalties.
“This is about putting the interests of my people first,” he said, framing his move as a step toward meaningful change and development for his constituency.
The announcement has elicited mixed reactions. While some commend his boldness in choosing what he believes is best for his constituents, others criticize his actions as a betrayal of the NPP, under whose banner he rose to prominence.
Mr. Frimpong’s defection is part of a larger trend among Independent MPs-elect. Nandaya Yaw Stanley, representing Wulensi, and Worlase Kpeli, representing Afram Plains North, have similarly declared intentions to cooperate with the NDC in Parliament.
Meanwhile, entertainment pundit and musician Kwame Asare, popularly known as A Plus, remains undecided on which caucus to align with.
He stated that his eventual decision would depend on what he stands to gain for his constituents, signalling a pragmatic approach to his parliamentary strategy.
