Kwabena Agyeman Appiah Kubi, popularly known as Roman Fada, has stepped forward as the new flagbearer for Ghana's Freedom Party (GFP) after the passing of Akua Donkor. Previously the Vice Presidential candidate, Roman Fada, a well-known figure in Ghana's entertainment industry, has expressed his readiness to lead the party in the upcoming election. He took on this role after Akua Donkor, GFP’s founder and long-time leader, passed away on October 28, 2024, at the age of 83 following a short illness.
Regarding the GFP's withdrawal from the 2024 election, the party faces several challenges. Here are 20 reasons that likely contributed to this decision:
1. Loss of Leadership: The passing of Akua Donkor left the party in disarray.
2. Limited Preparation Time: Transitioning leadership so close to the election has hindered campaign preparations.
3. Funding Constraints: The GFP faces financial limitations that impact its campaigning ability.
4. Low Popularity: GFP's low nationwide support makes electoral success challenging.
5. Lack of Strong Base: The party lacks a solid support base outside of certain regions.
6. Internal Divisions: Disagreements on policy directions weakened party unity.
7. Limited Media Coverage: Smaller parties like GFP struggle to gain media attention compared to major parties.
9. Electoral Fatigue: Repeated electoral defeats have led to discouragement among supporters.
10. Policy Alignment Issues: The party struggled to solidify a distinct policy agenda.
11. Poor Candidate Recruitment: Difficulty in attracting strong parliamentary candidates across constituencies.
12. Debate Exclusion: Exclusion from significant electoral debates limits public engagement.
13. Resource Allocation Issues: Limited resources make nationwide campaigning difficult.
14. Party Loyalty Shifts: Supporters shifting towards major parties with more realistic chances.
15. Voter Distrust: Some voters view smaller parties as lacking viability.
16. Health and Age Concerns: The advanced age and health issues of key figures impacted planning.
17. Negative Publicity: The recent loss of Akua Donkor brought scrutiny rather than sympathy.
18. Institutional Bias: Structural electoral biases favor larger, established parties.
19. Limited Policy Impact: The party’s previous policies have not gained traction or influence.
20. Lack of Clear Vision: The party’s future direction remains unclear without a strong leadership foundation.
These combined factors have likely led the GFP to conclude that withdrawing from this year's parliamentary and presidential races is the most strategic choice to preserve the party’s resources and regroup for future elections.
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