Former North East Regional Treasurer of the New Patriotic Party, Tingoti Francis Kombong, has underscored the importance of unity in the party to recapture the Bunkprugu constituency in the 2028 general election.
He however stated that this will require the collective commitment of party members, polling station executives and supporters across the constituency to regain the seat in the 2028 Presidential and Parliamentary elections.
The NPP in the past won the Bunkpurugu seat in 2012 and 2016 but has since lost it to the National Democratic Congress.
Mr. Kombong made this pronouncement in a statement after announcing his intention to contest the party’s parliamentary primary in the Bunkprugu constituency.
“Throughout these years, I have worked alongside grassroots members, listened to their concerns and campaigned with them across the constituency. I have witnessed their struggles and sacrifices, and I have come to understand their concerns and aspirations.
“These years of service and close engagement have strengthened my understanding of the needs of Party members and the important role they play in the growth and success of the NPP” he stated.
Consequently, Mr. Kombong asserted that the declaration of intention in the impending parliament primary was a response to the clarion call by party faithful, elders, women, the youth among other stakeholders.
“I have listened and consulted. Guided by my conviction and my desire to continue contributing to the development and welfare of the people of Bunkpurugu Constituency, I have decided to respond to this call with humility and a deep sense of responsibility” he emphasized.
He added, “My association with the NPP dates back to 1996, when I joined the Party as a young member. Over the past three decades, I have had the privilege of serving the party in various capacities, from the polling-station level to the constituency and regional levels.
“I served as a polling station agent during the 2000 and 2004 General Elections and later as the Party’s election results collation agent at the Electoral Commission’s strong room.”
