By Felix Cofie
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson, Shamima Muslim, says the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) anthem needs reform describing it as uninspiring and unpatriotic, particularly when compared to that of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Speaking on GTV/GBC’s Current Agenda news analysis programme on Saturday July 19, Madam Muslim argued that the NPP anthem fails to resonate with the current generation, stressing the need for it to be reimagined to reflect contemporary ideals and inspire party members and the wider public.
“When you hear the NDC anthem at any gathering, it’s like a spirit descends on the people — it reminds them of what unites them and reinforces the ideology of the party,” she said.Shamima emphasized the importance of party anthems as vehicles for instilling ideological values and fostering a sense of unity and purpose among supporters. In her view, the current NPP anthem lacks the emotional and ideological weight that an anthem should carry.
She further placed her comments in the broader context of Ghana’s democratic journey, urging political parties to be intentional about strengthening themselves from within.
“This democracy is what we, the people of Ghana, have adopted as our system of governance — and we’ve sustained it for over three decades. Political parties are at the heart of this system. The strength of our parties is the strength of our democracy,” she stressed.Ms. Muslim also raised concerns about what she described as a potential onslaught on Ghana’s democratic foundations, warning that weakening political institutions or ignoring ideological clarity could pose a long-term threat.
As parties gear up for critical moments ahead of the 2028 general elections, Shamima Muslim’s comments serve as a reminder of the symbolic and strategic elements that bind political organisations — including something as overlooked, yet powerful, as a party anthem.
