"I Am Not Returning To NPP, But I'm Sorry Nana Addo" - Solomon Owusu Breaks Silence

 

A leading voice of the Movement for Change, Solomon Owusu, has publicly apologized to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, admitting that his earlier criticism of the former leader may have been misplaced. His apology has triggered heated debates in both political and social circles, as many weigh the significance of his bold statement.

Speaking during an interview on TV3 on Saturday, October 4, 2025, Owusu said his apology stems from what he described as the glaring failure of the NDC party to deliver on its promises to the Ghanaian people. According to him, the disappointment Ghanaians are currently facing proves that leadership must be judged not by promises but by results. He stressed that, in hindsight, many of the harsh criticisms directed at the former president, Nana Akufo-Addo, were excessive and unfair.

Owusu explained that Ghanaians are enduring one of the most difficult economic and social phases in recent history. Rising cost of living, high fuel prices, unemployment, and stalled development projects, he argued, have left citizens hopeless and disillusioned. “I have come to realize that vindication is in a room of time. I am sorry for my president, Nana Addo. The truth is, the NDC party has failed Ghana, and as a citizen, I must speak the truth,” he declared.

Importantly, Owusu clarified that his apology should not be misinterpreted as a move to return to the New Patriotic Party (NPP). He insisted that his loyalty to the Movement for Change remains intact. “I am not going back to the NPP, let no one twist my words. My apology is simply about fairness, and it comes from a place of truth,” he said, distancing himself from partisan speculation.

For many observers, Owusu’s statement marks a dramatic U-turn. Known for his fiery criticism of the NPP in past years, his words now appear to place the NDC party in an even harsher light. Political analysts have noted that his declaration might be a calculated move to realign his political position within the Movement for Change, while others argue it reflects genuine frustration with the state of the nation.

The apology, however, has wider implications. It highlights the deepening discontent among Ghanaians who feel betrayed by successive political parties. By admitting that the failures of the NDC party outweigh past shortcomings, Owusu signaled that the focus must shift from partisan rhetoric to true accountability. “This is not about NPP or NDC anymore,” he said. “It is about whether ordinary Ghanaians can live with dignity in their own country.”

Owusu’s comments have sparked mixed reactions. Supporters of the NPP quickly embraced his apology as a vindication of Akufo-Addo’s legacy, insisting that history will judge the former president more fairly than his critics once allowed. On the other hand, loyalists of the NDC party have dismissed his apology as politically motivated, suggesting that he is merely capitalizing on the country’s current economic difficulties to score points against the party.

Despite the controversy, Solomon Owusu’s statement carries weight because of his position in the Movement for Change, a rising political force that has been gaining attention in Ghana’s political space. His words may not only influence grassroots supporters but also shape the national conversation on leadership, accountability, and the direction of the country ahead of the next election.

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What remains clear is that his apology is not just about one man or one party, it is a reflection of a growing cry for honesty in politics. By admitting fault, Owusu has raised the bar for what political figures must do when they recognize the truth, even if it comes late. Whether his apology will shift voter perceptions or be dismissed as opportunism remains to be seen, but it has already reignited debates about how much longer Ghanaians can continue to endure broken promises.