The Majority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidates and party members to intensify their efforts in the upcoming elections, urging them to fight for the party with the same dedication they would show in protecting their loved ones.

Speaking passionately, Afenyo-Markin highlighted the challenges faced by the Akufo-Addo administration due to the slim majority in Parliament, stressing that the narrow margin has made governance difficult. He insisted that the NPP must avoid repeating this situation in a potential Bawumia-led administration.

“Don’t give up, let us work together,” he encouraged. He also praised current NPP parliamentarians for their resilience, saying, “I thank you for your support through your steadfastness and resilience although we have a very tight parliament."

With the current majority being just one seat, Afenyo-Markin urged his fellow MPs to remain focused and continue to support the government until the end of their term. "Let’s finish hard. There is a price awaiting us," he added.

Turning his attention to the parliamentary candidates, Afenyo-Markin emphasized the importance of moving beyond internal disputes to focus on winning the elections.

"Enough of the reconciliation. Move on, fight hard, campaign day and night, go to every household. We don’t have time to settle disputes,” he advised. “Fight for this party the way you fight to save a sister, fight for this party the way you save a mother, fight for this party…we need our numbers in Parliament."

He also expressed confidence in Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the running mate to NPP’s flagbearer, defending him against attempts by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to tarnish his image. Afenyo-Markin pointed out that similar tactics were used against President Akufo-Addo, but they were unsuccessful.

“We know you tagged Akufo-Addo also as arrogance but it didn’t work," Afenyo-Markin remarked.

He expressed confidence that Dr. Prempeh, alongside Dr. Bawumia, would help transform Ghana with the determination and strength necessary for the job.