‘I’m no longer a politician’ – Asamoah Gyan denounces NPP

Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has announced his departure from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to concentrate on his humanitarian work.

In a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Gyan, who is Ghana’s top scorer, shared that his involvement with a political party had not aligned with his broader mission to support the nation’s youth.

Gyan disclosed his decision to step back from political activities in order to dedicate his time and efforts to youth empowerment through his Asamoah Gyan Foundation.

This move follows his earlier participation at the campaign launch of NPP Presidential candidate Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in February 2024, where Gyan was appointed chairman of Bawumia’s Youth and Sports Manifesto sub-committee, just months before his decision to focus fully on philanthropic efforts.

In August, Asamoah Gyan also joined the Vice President during a campaign walk in Akropong, Eastern Region.

However, the 38-year-old stated that his recent involvement in politics was unfair to the youth and that he would no longer engage in partisan activities.

“I haven’t been fair to the youth and the people of Ghana. Henceforth, I am not affiliated with any political party. I will continue with my humanitarian work and help the youth of Ghana in my own small way. Nothing political. I wish all the political parties a peaceful election in December. God bless our homeland Ghana. Thank you,” he wrote in his statement.