Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has revealed that while the National Democratic Congress (NDC) showed little interest in his ideas to improve sports in Ghana, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) embraced his ideas with open arms.

In a recent interview with actress and TV host Nana Ama McBrown, Monitored by Blogger and Journalist Attractive Mustapha , Asamoah Gyan addressed speculations about his political affiliations.

He revealed that while he had been approached by the NPP to share his ideas, the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) had not contacted him. “We have two major political parties in Ghana, and one did not get the sense to contact me—that’s the NDC. The other, which is the NPP, contacted me and asked me to bring my ideas on board,” Asamoah Gyan said.

Asamoah Gyan, who has over 20 years of experience in professional football, explained that his decision to contribute to the NPP’s manifesto was motivated by a desire to use his knowledge and experience to benefit Ghana. “Now that I’m no longer an active footballer, I won’t sleep on my ideas. I will use them to help Ghana,” he said.

When asked about his involvement in politics, Asamoah Gyan clarified that his focus remains on national progress rather than party politics. “My whole career, I have been very neutral. So whatever I’m doing, I’m not doing it for the NPP party. I am doing it for Mother Ghana,” he emphasized.

Asamoah Gyan also shared the advice he received from his brother, urging him to remain focused on serving the nation. He acknowledged the polarized nature of Ghanaian politics, noting that criticism often stems from party affiliations. “If anyone insults me, then the person is from the other side. If the person is not NPP, then the person is NDC, because in Ghana, if it’s not NPP, then it’s NDC,” Gyan remarked.

As the chairman of the NPP manifesto committee, Asamoah Gyan called on his fellow citizens to prioritize the nation’s interests over political divisions. “My advice to my friends is to do things that will help the country, not what anyone will say to distract them,” he concluded.

As one of Ghana’s most celebrated athletes, his involvement in the NPP manifesto signals a significant shift in his post-football career, with a focus on contributing to the country’s development.