*The journey to the five Northern regions was not merely a campaign tour it was a powerful awakening. It revealed the heartbeat of the New Patriotic Party, exposed the urgent need for bold, grassroots driven leadership, and reaffirmed one unshakable truth: the future of the NPP must be built on hard work, unity, and unwavering commitment. Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Wontumi, did not just travel he connected, he listened, and he inspired a renewed sense of purpose across every region he touched.
That is not just a reflection this is a declaration of purpose. A demonstration that leadership is not about rhetoric, but about presence, connection, and commitment to the very foundation of party politics the grassroots.
His tour across the Northern, Savannah, North East, Upper East, and Upper West regions was more than a political exercise. It was a listening mission and restoration of hope. It was an eye-opener. It was a reaffirmation that the strength of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) lies not in Accra, but in the hearts of its loyal foot soldiers spread across every corner of Ghana.
A LEADER MOLDED BY THE GRASSROOTS
Chairman Wontumi’s journey is not one of privilege handed down it is one carved through dedication, resilience, and service. From a two-time Constituency Chairman to an unprecedented three-time Ashanti Regional Chairman, his rise within the party is a testament to trust earned, not demanded.
Wontumi understands the struggles of polling station executives. He appreciates the sacrifices of constituency officers. He speaks the language of the ordinary party member because he is one of them. This is what sets him apart.
At a time when the NPP needs a unifier, a mobilizer, and a strategist grounded in the realities of party work, Wontumi stands tall as the embodiment of grassroots leadership. He is not disconnected he is deeply rooted.
According to David Boakye – Bono East Regional Secretary, “Power is not delivered by elites alone it is secured through the strength of the grassroots. That is why the party needs a grassroots leader like Chairman Wontumi… someone who understands the people, connects with them, and can mobilize the base to deliver victory”. That is not just a tacit endorsement, it shows clarity of what the grassroots urgently want.
A WORKING NATIONAL CHAIRMAN, NOT A CEREMONIAL ONE
Throughout his tour, one message remained consistent and unwavering: “I will be a working National Chairman.”
This is not a slogan it is a commitment.
A working chairman is one who is present, accessible, and accountable. One who moves beyond office walls to engage, organize, and energize. One who ensures that structures are not only in place but are functioning effectively.
Chairman Wontumi envisions a party where communication flows from the bottom up, where every member feels valued, and where strategy is built on real time engagement with the base.
His track record in the Ashanti Region speaks volumes. Under his leadership, the region has remained a stronghold of the NPP, consistently delivering results even in the face of adversity. That same energy, discipline, and drive is what he seeks to replicate at the national level.
RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY
In politics, true character is revealed not in comfort, but in challenge.
Despite sustained pressure, intimidation, and what many have described as political witch hunting by the NDC government, Chairman Wontumi has remained resolute. He has not been broken. He has not been silenced. Instead, he has become even more determined.
This resilience is not accidental it is rooted in his unwavering love for the NPP.
A man who stands firm under pressure is a man who can lead a party through turbulent times. A man who refuses to be distracted is a man focused on victory.
Wontumi’s strength is a signal to the rank and file: that the party’s future is secure in the hands of someone who will not retreat in the face of opposition.
A MESSAGE THAT RESONATES
Across the five Northern regions, one thing became unmistakably clear the grassroots believe in Chairman Wontumi.
For Saeed Muhadu Jibril, a former Regional Minister, Savannah Region, “chairman Wontumi is among the few regional chairmen who consistently speak for the grassroots and champion the welfare of constituency and regional executives, at Cabinet level”.
Quotes like these from notable personalities only give credence to the political prowess of the three time regional chairman of Ashanti.
They see in him a leader who understands them. They hear in him a voice that represents them. They feel in his message a sincerity that cannot be manufactured.
From regional executives to polling station officers, the reception has been overwhelming. His message of unity, hard work, and inclusiveness has struck a chord. His promise to empower structures and reward loyalty has ignited hope.
This growing acceptance is not by chance it is the result of years of consistent engagement and a reputation built on action.
THE RIGHT MAN FOR THIS MOMENT
The NPP stands at a critical juncture. The need for strong, decisive, and inclusive leadership has never been greater.
Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako represents that leadership.
He brings experience.
He brings energy.
He brings grassroots credibility.
And above all, he brings an unshakeable commitment to the success of the New Patriotic Party.
His journey, his message, and his resilience all point to one undeniable truth:
Wontumi is not just campaigning for a position he is preparing to work for the victory and future of the NPP.
As the party looks ahead, the choice becomes clearer.
A working chairman.
A grassroots champion.
A proven leader.
Chairman Wontumi is ready. And the NPP is ready for him.
Written by: Gabriel Amoah
Member, Team Wontumi
Former Press Secretary to Former Ashanti Regional Minister.