What You Honor Is What You Become, And What You Dishonor You Forfeit”: Adenta Kumi To Alan Kyerematen | Politics

Adenta Kumi, a young and passionate member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has added his voice to the ongoing debate surrounding Alan Kyerematen’s recent comments about former President John Agyekum Kufuor. In a video shared on X, Kumi expressed his disappointment in Alan’s remarks, which criticized Kufuor for endorsing Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the party’s preferred candidate.

Kumi began by emphasizing that President Kufuor has every right to endorse a candidate of his choice. “President Kufuor is a statesman and a godfather to the people of the NPP. His endorsement of Dr. Bawumia is a reflection of his loyalty to the party and the machinery that helped elevate him to his current status,” Kumi stated in his video.

Drawing from his personal experiences, Kumi highlighted the lessons he learned from Archbishop Duncan Williams: what you honor is what you become, and what you dishonor, you forfeit. He explained that this principle guided his decision to return to the NPP after leaving the Movement for Change, a decision he now sees as a mistake.

Kumi also criticized the timing of Kyerematen’s remarks, stating, “It’s not just about what Alan said; it’s about when he said it. To attack someone like President Kufuor at this time tells more about character than the content of the criticism.”

In the video, Kumi shared a personal anecdote about Dr. Bawumia’s leadership style. He recounted how, during a challenging time in his life, it was Dr. Bawumia who reached out to encourage him and assured him that returning to the NPP would be a step in the right direction. This gesture, according to Kumi, is a testament to Dr. Bawumia’s people-centered leadership.

“Dr. Bawumia has shown that leadership is about people, not personal gain,” Kumi remarked. “He spends time, which is the most expensive resource, to build relationships and show genuine care. This is why he has loyal people around him—because he honors them.”

Kumi’s reflections also touched on the broader implications of Kyerematen’s criticisms. He argued that leadership is about rising above bitterness and setting an example of dignity and respect. “When you have the opportunity to attack someone at their most vulnerable, and you take it, it says more about your character than theirs,” he concluded.

The videos posted on X have sparked discussions among Ghanaians about loyalty, respect, and the principles that underpin true leadership. For Kumi, the choice to honor the NPP, its leaders, and its legacy has been a defining moment in his political journey.

“True leadership honors principles and people. What you honor is what you become; what you dishonor, you forfeit. Watch my full response to attacks on President Kufuor and the NPP. #WhatYouHonor #NPP #Leadership” pic.twitter.com/5Rmof1Sca0

— Alfred Ababio Kumi (@adentaKumi_) November 20, 2024