Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen’s newly rebranded United Party (UP) has firmly rejected suggestions that former members who broke away from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) could be granted “amnesty” to return.
Speaking at a party gathering, the National Chairman of the United Party, identified only as Siddique, dismissed the idea, insisting that their departure from the NPP was final and irreversible.
“We were sacked from the NPP, but now they want to grant us amnesty? We will not go back,” he declared, drawing loud cheers from enthusiastic supporters.
Siddique argued that the NPP lacked the moral authority to offer forgiveness, as no wrongdoing had been committed to justify their earlier expulsion.
“We were sacked. But today they claim they are giving us amnesty. What does amnesty mean? What crime did our leader commit? What crime did I commit in the NPP for you to sack me? And today you are telling me you are giving me amnesty. No way,” he said.
The party chairman went further to draw an analogy rooted in Islamic marital law, symbolizing the permanent nature of their separation from the NPP.
“When you divorce a woman three times in Islam, she’s no longer your wife until kingdom come,” he added, to a wave of applause.
Alan Kyerematen, who resigned from the NPP in 2023, founded the Movement for Change, which has since been rebranded as the United Party. His exit from the ruling party came amid deep internal divisions and what he described as unfair treatment during leadership contests.
Kyerematen’s new political movement continues to position itself as a third-force alternative to the two main political parties — the NPP and the NDC — advocating a transformational leadership agenda focused on unity, economic reform, and national renewal.
The United Party’s firm rejection of the NPP’s so-called amnesty has sparked debate within Ghana’s political space. Some analysts believe the move underscores Alan Kyerematen’s determination to chart an independent political course, free from the dominance of the two main parties.
Supporters view the statement as a sign of confidence and growing momentum for the United Party ahead of the 2028 general elections. However, critics argue that maintaining a hardline stance could limit opportunities for future collaboration.
Despite the differing opinions, the party insists its focus remains on building a credible alternative that prioritizes unity, discipline, and economic transformation.
