John Abdulai Jinapor has appealed to aggrieved supporters of the National Democratic Congress to exercise patience and avoid violence while demanding jobs and business opportunities from the government.

According to the Energy Minister, although the concerns of party supporters are understandable, resorting to violence could negatively affect the fortunes of the party and potentially push it back into opposition.

Speaking during the National Chairman of the NDC’s tour of the Savannah Region, Jinapor acknowledged the expectations of party members following the NDC’s return to power.

“I will plead with you to be patient with the government. We are barely two years in office. We know you need jobs, we know you need businesses,” he stated.

He further cautioned supporters against using aggressive methods to press their demands, stressing that opportunities would gradually be shared among members.

“If we are sharing while in office it is just a matter of time, everybody will get some but when we use violence and it lands the party in opposition, it will be our loss,” he added.

His comments come amid growing pressure from some party faithful seeking appointments, contracts, and employment opportunities under the current administration.

The remarks have since sparked discussions about expectations within political parties and the balance between loyalty, governance, and national development

Kwasi Kwarteng, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has publicly criticised renowned media personality Nana Aba Anamoah over her recent comments defending President John Dramani Mahama’s utilisation of a private jet belonging to his brother, Ibrahim Mahama. The controversy erupted after Nana Aba argued that it was practical and reasonable for the president to make use of his relative’s luxury asset, drawing a parallel to borrowing a brother’s Rolls-Royce if one were available. Her remarks were intended to support the president’s choice amidst ongoing public discourse regarding the use of private aircraft by public officials.

However, Kwarteng swiftly dismissed her reasoning in a reaction shared on social media, accusing her of shifting her stance based on political convenience. He mocked the analogy, suggesting that if her logic were to be accepted, it could justify the president operating out of his brother’s office, relying on private security, or even circumventing state resources entirely. Kwarteng argued that such a perspective raises serious concerns about consistency, warning that future leaders might be compelled to depend solely on whatever assets their relatives possess, thereby blurring the lines between private privilege and public duty.

In his concluding remarks, Kwarteng described Nana Aba as opportunistic, asserting that her views appear to change with the tide of political power. He implied that her support for Mahama in this instance was a departure from principles she may have upheld under previous administrations, cynically noting that she only aligns herself “where the food is.” The exchange has since ignited further debate on social media about the role of public figures in political discourse and the standards to which leaders should be held regarding the use of state versus private resources.

In the heated landscape of political primaries, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong’s recent statement strikes a crucial chord: “This is a contest, not a war.” As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) approaches its internal elections, his reminder serves as a necessary call for perspective. All too often, the fierce competition for leadership fractures parties into hostile camps, with personal ambitions overshadowing collective goals. Agyapong’s words wisely frame the primary as a democratic exercise—a temporary clash of ideas and visions—rather than an irreversible schism. It is an appeal to keep the contest within the bounds of respect and shared purpose, ensuring that the energy spent on internal debates strengthens rather than weakens the party’s foundation.

Ultimately, the most important part of his message lies in the forward-looking pledge: “After Saturday, we are not factions; we are one party.” This sentiment is the bedrock of any successful political movement. Regardless of Saturday’s outcome, the true test for the NPP will be its ability to unify behind the chosen flagbearer and direct its focus toward the broader national contest. Agyapong’s call is not just for civility during the vote, but for genuine reconciliation afterward. It underscores that internal primaries are a means to an end—a process to select a standard-bearer, not an excuse for lasting division. For supporters and delegates, it is a powerful reminder that the ultimate goal lies beyond the primary, in presenting a united front capable of governing.