Visually impaired historian, Bulgaria, has joined the chorus of criticism aimed at former trade minister, John Alan Kyeremanten for breaking away from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in order to establish his own political party.During an interaction with the media, Bulgaria expressed the opinion that Alan lacks the essential qualities needed to thrive as an independent candidate, labeling him as a "pampered baby in pampers.

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"In Bulgaria's view, Alan's departure from the NPP will adversely affect him, as opting for an independent path may not lead to a successful political journey."I perceive Alan as an individual who hasn't learned the intricacies of politics from anyone. He strikes me as a child who possesses a ball, and when he doesn't get to play with it on his terms, he gets upset and takes his ball home.

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That's the impression I get from Alan; he behaves somewhat like a pampered baby in pampers."In my view, Alan's recent decision demonstrates a certain immaturity. I doubt this choice will lead him anywhere favorable. If he believes he's undermining the NPP, he might find himself in a precarious political position. What will become of his political future? He risks becoming a political relic," he added.

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emphasized that Alan's recent decision showcases a certain level of immaturity, according to him although Alan may believe he is undermining the NPP, he contended that he is, in fact, putting his own political future at risk.Bulgaria argued that engaging in politics necessitates maturity, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate through internal party differences.

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The former presidential aspirant for the NPP , announced his resignation from the ruling party on Monday, September 25, 2023.Mr Kyerematen announced his decision when he addressed the country during a press conference at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra.

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He noted that he no longer recognises the NPP, which has been unfair to himself and his supporters, as its current aims and agenda no longer reflect what the founding fathers had hoped to achieve.According to the former Trade Minister, he will contest for the office of president as an independent candidate in 2024 with his new party, Movement for Change.

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Mr Kyerematen was among the contenders for the NPP flagbearer position, but on September 5, he declared his withdrawal from the race, citing reasons such as electoral irregularities, unfair treatment, and bias during the super delegates' conference held on August 26, 2023.Mr Kyerematen first resigned from the party in 2008 following attacks on his supporters after the NPP held its 2007 presidential primaries.

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Mr Kyerematen has been an active member of the NPP following its establishment in 1992.

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