Alan Kyerematen Is Ghana’s Hope Now – Buaben Asamoa

By Adwoa Nyarko Asiamah || 30 October 2025

In an interview on Pure FM, Hon. Yaw Buaben Asamoa, General Secretary of the United Party (UP), outlined the vision behind the party and explained why Ghanaians should give it a chance to lead the country toward transformation.

He noted that Ghana’s economic and political progress has been stifled by the dominance of the two major political parties, describing the situation as one that drains the nation’s economy and limits genuine growth. According to him, the continuous rivalry between these parties has shifted national focus from development to political survival.

Buaben Asamoa stressed that many Ghanaians are still struggling with basic challenges such as access to clean water, while corruption and galamsey remain difficult to combat. He believes the endless arguments between the political parties have taken precedence over the needs of citizens, leading to growing frustration among the populace.

He further explained that the delegate system used by the major parties has restricted the emergence of competent leaders who can bring meaningful change. The United Party, he said, has been structured differently to promote inclusiveness and fairness, offering a political home for those sidelined by both the NPP and NDC.

The United Party, he revealed, has also proposed a constitutional reform aimed at removing the runoff system in elections, a move he believes will make the political process more efficient and decisive. Even the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, he said, found the proposal convincing when it was presented to him during the last election season.

Buaben Asamoa attributed the voter apathy witnessed in the last elections to widespread dissatisfaction with the current political setup. He warned that the two dominant parties are “headed for a clash,” as citizens lose faith in their ability to deliver meaningful change.

He emphasized that many Ghanaians have lost hope in the electoral process, and the country urgently needs a new sense of direction and leadership. “For Ghana to move forward, Ghanaians must embrace new hope,” he said. Drawing lessons from Europe, he observed that many countries there are successfully governed by multiple political parties — proof that political diversity and renewal are possible in Ghana as well.

Highlighting Alan Kyerematen as the driving force behind the United Party’s vision, Buaben Asamoa described him as “highly intelligent, capable of making things happen, and well-positioned to transform Ghana.” He said Alan represents the change Ghanaians have been yearning for after years of political stagnation.

According to him, remaining in the NPP would have limited Alan’s growth and leadership potential. “Staying in the NPP is not an option because it will eventually spit you out. You can’t grow and become the natural leader you are,” he remarked.

Buaben Asamoa concluded by reaffirming the United Party’s commitment to moving Ghana from politics to productivity. He explained that the butterfly, which serves as the party’s symbol, represents transformation and hope for a better Ghana. He called on citizens to take responsibility for the nation’s progress, emphasizing that “whether change happens depends on Ghanaians themselves.”