The NPP’s Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagbah, has disclosed that former President Nana Akufo-Addo has instructed his former appointees to remain accessible for any accountability processes following the conclusion of his tenure.
Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Wednesday, February 18, Ahiagbah emphasized the NPP’s dedication to transparency and responsibility.
“We [the NPP] have no record of running away; we’ll be here,” he asserted, reinforcing the party’s stance as public calls for accountability grow amid the country’s political transition.
His remarks follow the recent development involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, who was previously declared a fugitive by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). However, his legal representatives argued that he had informed the Chief of Staff about his health condition, his decision to seek medical treatment abroad, and his readiness to cooperate when necessary.
Ahiagbah dismissed concerns about members of the former administration evading accountability, pointing to a contrast with the opposition. “We’ll deal with the issues here. It was the NDC members who ran away. My own sister, Sedinam Tamakloe, disappeared. She was tried in absentia, but she ought to be here. Our party has no history of our officials fleeing from accountability.”
He reiterated that while the NPP remains committed to answering questions about its governance, its primary focus is on preparing for the 2028 elections. “Our preoccupation is how we get our party situated and contest the 2028 election. Matters to do with accountability—our people will be here to answer the questions.”
Sharing insights into Akufo-Addo’s directive, he revealed, “There’s an effective commitment right from the former President himself. He has given a directive to ensure that our people are available to do that. I just don’t want to go into the details of what he said, but there is that disposition from the former President—an indication to stay and make sure that you account for [your stewardship].”
Ahiagbah defended the former administration’s legacy, expressing confidence that history would judge it fairly. “We came to do the best we can. And I believe that when the dust settles, Ghana will see what we have done for the eight years.”
