Private legal practitioner and vocal civil society activist Martin Kpebu has issued a stark warning to the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, stating that continued failures in addressing the National Investment Bank (NIB) scandal could sway his vote to the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2028 elections.
In comments made on October 4, 2025, and reported by GhanaWeb, Kpebu expressed deep frustration with the administration’s handling of the ongoing NIB crisis, which involves allegations of massive financial mismanagement and asset stripping under previous leadership.
Kpebu, known for his outspoken critiques of corruption across political lines, highlighted the NIB debacle as a litmus test for the NDC’s commitment to accountability. “If NIB continues on this path, I could vote NPP in 2028,” he declared, emphasizing that the government’s slow pace in recovering funds and prosecuting culprits risks alienating even its staunchest supporters. The NIB scandal, erupting in 2023, saw the bank’s assets—valued at over GH¢2 billion—allegedly sold off illicitly, leaving it on the brink of collapse and sparking forensic audits and parliamentary probes.
In recent interviews, Kpebu has lambasted the NDC for what he calls “business as usual,” contrasting it with the party’s 2024 campaign promises of radical anti-corruption reforms. He pointed to delays in the ongoing Deloitte audit and the lack of high-profile arrests as evidence of waning political will. “The NDC came to power on a platform of change, but if they can’t fix NIB, how will they tackle bigger issues like galamsey or economic recovery?” Kpebu questioned, urging swift action to retrieve misappropriated funds and restructure the bank.
The activist’s remarks come amid broader discontent within civil society, with groups like OccupyGhana echoing calls for transparency in state-owned enterprises. Kpebu, a consistent NDC ally in past elections, stressed that his potential shift is not a blanket endorsement of the NPP but a conditional warning: “I vote for progress, not parties. Fix NIB, or lose the moral high ground.”
As Ghana navigates post-2024 economic challenges, Kpebu’s statement underscores the pressure on President John Dramani Mahama’s administration to deliver on governance pledges, with 2028 looming as a pivotal test of public trust.
