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LIST: See the NDC new constituency executives elected across the country
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LIST: See the NDC new constituency executives elected across the country

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has elected new constituency executives across the country, with several incumbent chairmen retaining their positions while others were replaced in polls held over the weekend. In the Adaklu Constituency in the Volta Region, Mr Hayford Amenuvie, the immediate past Secretary, was elected Chairman after polling 236 votes to defeat Mr Charles Agbesi and Reverend Fred Agbogbo, both former Presiding Members of the Adaklu District Assembly, who polled 192 and 47 votes respectively. Mr Samuel Amafu was elected unopposed as Vice Chairman, while Mr Eugene Akpatsa took the Secretary position with 253 votes, defeating Mr Habel Segbe Agbee, who got 220 votes. In the Lawra Constituency in the Upper West Region, Mr Joseph Bati was re-elected Chairman for a se...
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NDC closes nominations for 2026 National Executive Elections as 137 aspirants pick forms
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NDC closes nominations for 2026 National Executive Elections as 137 aspirants pick forms

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has closed nominations for its 2026 National Executive Elections, with 137 prospective aspirants picking nomination forms to contest 14 positions ahead of the party’s 11th National Delegates Congress. The Congress Elections Committee announced that the nomination forms collection process ended at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, paving the way for the next stages of the party’s internal electoral process. In a statement signed by the committee’s spokesperson, Dr Peter Boamah Otokumor, the party said the exercise formed part of preparations for the National Delegates Congress, at which new national executives would be elected. The positions covered in the nomination exercise included National Chairman, National Vice Chairman, General Sec...
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NDC establishes planning, electoral committees for December 2026 National Congress
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NDC establishes planning, electoral committees for December 2026 National Congress

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has established planning and electoral committees to oversee preparations for its National Congress scheduled for December 2026. The party’s Functional Executive Committee (FEC) approved the establishment of the two committees at a meeting held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, as part of efforts to ensure the smooth organisation and conduct of the congress. In a statement signed by the General Secretary of the NDC, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, and issued on Wednesday, October 14, the party said the committees formed part of 15 committees expected to support preparations for the major internal political event. The Planning Committee will coordinate preparations and logistical arrangements for the congress, while the Electoral Committee will oversee voting ...
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NPP rejects Emelia Agbenyo’s appointment as Electoral Commission Deputy Chairperson
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NPP rejects Emelia Agbenyo’s appointment as Electoral Commission Deputy Chairperson

The New Patriotic Party has called on President John Dramani Mahama to withdraw the appointment of Emelia Agbenyo as a Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), citing concerns about political neutrality and public confidence in the electoral process. In a statement signed by its National Communications Director, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, the party said Ms Agbenyo’s alleged past involvement in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) raised questions about her ability to serve in a non-partisan capacity at the Commission. The NPP said Ms Agbenyo served as the NDC’s governance sector spokesperson during the preparation of the party’s 2024 manifesto and participated in the party’s campaign activities ahead of the 2024 general election. It also alleged that she appeared on ca...
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Kwadwo Bamba pledges support to Bawumia’s 2028 presidential bid
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Kwadwo Bamba pledges support to Bawumia’s 2028 presidential bid

NPP First National Vice Chairman Kwadwo Fosu Boadu, popularly known as Kwadwo Bamba, has pledged to work with the party’s elected leaders, delegates and grassroots members to help former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia win the 2028 presidential election. Mr Fosu Boadu expressed the commitment in a message of appreciation to delegates, his campaign team and supporters following the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) National Officers Elections. He thanked all those who supported him throughout the electoral process and said his focus would now be on working together with the various stakeholders of the party towards the NPP’s return to power. “Thank you to all delegates, my team and all supporters. I promise to work tirelessly with every elected leader, grassroots and party member to m...
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Afenyo-Markin urges NPP to unite after national officers election
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Afenyo-Markin urges NPP to unite after national officers election

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called on members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to end their internal disagreements and unite behind the party’s efforts to return to power in 2029. Speaking at the NPP National Delegates Conference held at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Saturday, October 3, 2026, Mr Afenyo-Markin said the party’s internal contest had ended and the focus must now shift to rebuilding the party and regaining the trust of Ghanaian voters. He said the outcome of the 2024 general election had delivered a clear message to the NPP and urged the party to have the humility to accept the verdict, learn from its mistakes and make the necessary changes. “The verdict of 2024 was painful and unmistakable. Ghanaians reprimanded us. We must have the humili...
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Boakye Agyarko congratulates John Boadu, calls for NPP unity after NPP election
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Boakye Agyarko congratulates John Boadu, calls for NPP unity after NPP election

KUMASI, October 4, 2026 — Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairmanship aspirant Boakye Agyarko has congratulated John Boadu on his election as the party’s new National Chairman and called on members to unite behind the newly elected national executives ahead of the 2028 general elections. Mr Agyarko said the outcome of the NPP National Delegates Conference in Kumasi had reaffirmed the party’s democratic tradition and demonstrated the commitment of its delegates to the future of the party. In a statement issued on Sunday, October 4, he described the election as an important moment for the NPP and extended his congratulations to Mr Boadu for securing the mandate to lead the party as National Chairman. He wished the new chairman wisdom, strength and success as he assumed re...
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John Boadu wins NPP chairmanship as delegates elect new national officers
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John Boadu wins NPP chairmanship as delegates elect new national officers

The delegates of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have elected John Boadu as the party’s new National Chairman, as the party concluded its 2026 National Officers Elections with a new set of national executives. Mr Boadu emerged as the winner of the National Chairmanship race after delegates cast their ballots to decide who would lead the party at the national level. The election also saw Nana Akomea elected as First Vice Chairman, while Henry Nana Boakye won the position of Second Vice Chairman. Kojo Bamba was elected Third Vice Chairperson, completing the party’s three vice-chairmanship positions. In the contest for General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua secured victory and retained the position, while Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover won the National Organiser position. The ...
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Bawumia pledges to rebuild La Beach economy after demolition
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Bawumia pledges to rebuild La Beach economy after demolition

NPP flagbearer says affected businesses will receive leases and support under his proposed administration New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has pledged to rebuild the business and tourism economy at La Pleasure Beach and provide leases for businesses operating in the area if he becomes President. His pledge followed the demolition of several structures at La Pleasure Beach in Accra on Friday, October 2, an exercise which affected businesses, workers and other operators at the popular beachfront destination. Personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces’ 48 Engineer Regiment, supported by the Ghana Police Service, carried out the demolition.  In a statement issued from Kumasi on Saturday, October 3, Dr Bawumia described La Beach as socially, economically, cultur...
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Boakye Agyarko calls for NPP unity, grassroots support ahead of national elections
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Boakye Agyarko calls for NPP unity, grassroots support ahead of national elections

NPP National Chairman aspirant Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko has called for greater unity, discipline and stronger support for grassroots party structures as delegates arrived in Kumasi for the party’s National Annual Delegates Conference and National Officers Elections. Mr Agyarko, in a message to delegates, said the party needed to move beyond “business as usual” and build a stronger organisation capable of preparing effectively for the 2028 general election. He welcomed delegates from across the country and the party’s external branches, describing them as the “lifeblood” and foundation of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The former Energy Minister said his campaign was built around four key areas which he described as Reconciliation and Genuine Unity, Integrity of the Constitution ...
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