Accra: A political science lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Asah-Asante, has called on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to tolerate internal criticisms and strictly adhere to its rules and regulations, describing dissent as a vital element of democratic governance. Speaking on JoyNews' The Pulse on January 13, 2026, Dr. Asah-Asante noted that while party members are bound by established rules and may face sanctions for breaches, criticisms should not be misconstrued as destructive.
According to Ghana Web, Dr. Asah-Asante emphasized that criticisms are essential for governance, stating, 'Criticisms are the oils that grease the wheels of governance, without which any political entity will grind to a halt.' He urged the NPP to develop the capacity to accommodate dissenting views, which he believes are crucial for the party's growth and democratic integrity.
Dr. Asah-Asante further stressed the need for fairness and due process, particularly in the case involving Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng. He expressed hope that Prof. Frimpong-Boateng would be given an opportunity to be heard before any decision is made regarding his expulsion from the party.
This statement from Dr. Asah-Asante comes amid the NPP's move to initiate processes to expel Prof. Frimpong-Boateng, a former Minister of Science and Technology. Prof. Frimpong-Boateng made remarks in a television interview in which he described the party as 'fake' and questioned its internal democratic credentials.