Paul Afoko, a National Chairman aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called on delegates to prioritize unity within the party. He believes that without unity, the NPP's ambition to return to power will be difficult to achieve. Afoko's comments come ahead of the party's national conference, scheduled to take place on October 3, 2026, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. He urged delegates to look beyond the election of party officers and use the conference as an opportunity to rebuild trust and strengthen the party's foundations.
A total of 7,163 delegates from across Ghana are expected to participate in the Delegates Congress and national officers' elections. The congress will be held in two parts, with delegates expected to consider proposed amendments to portions of the party's constitution before voting to elect national officers. This year's conference is seen as crucial for the NPP, as the party prepares for the 2028 general elections. Afoko's campaign has been gaining traction among delegates, with many expressing support for his message of unity and reconciliation.
Forty-five aspirants are contesting nine national executive positions, including National Chairman, Vice Chairman, General Secretary, National Organiser, National Women's Organiser, National Youth Organiser, National Nasara Organiser, National Treasurer, and National Communications Director. The election of national officers is expected to be a closely contested affair, with several high-profile aspirants vying for top positions. Afoko is among the leading contenders for the National Chairman position, a critical role that will shape the party's direction in the coming years.
The NPP has set up 31 voting centres to speed up the national executive elections. The party has also taken measures to ensure a smooth and transparent voting process. Delegates will be required to verify their identities before casting their votes, and results will be announced shortly after the polls close. The party's leadership has urged aspirants and their supporters to maintain a peaceful and respectful atmosphere during the conference.
Afoko's call for unity among delegates has resonated with many party members. He has been touring the country, engaging with delegates and outlining his vision for the party's future. His message of reconciliation and unity has struck a chord with many, who believe that the party needs to put aside internal differences and work towards a common goal. Afoko's campaign has been seen as a bid to promote a new era of cooperation and collaboration within the party.
The NPP's national conference comes at a critical time for the party. The party is seeking to regroup and reorganize ahead of the 2028 general elections. The conference provides an opportunity for the party to reflect on its past successes and failures and chart a new course for the future. Delegates will be expected to make key decisions that will shape the party's direction in the coming years.
The outcome of the NPP's national conference will have significant implications for the party's future. The election of national officers will determine the party's leadership and direction in the coming years. The party's ability to promote unity and cohesion among its members will be critical in its bid to return to power in 2028. As the conference gets underway, all eyes will be on the delegates and the decisions they make.
Key points
- Paul Afoko urges NPP delegates to prioritize unity ahead of the national conference in Kumasi.
- A total of 7,163 delegates will participate in the Delegates Congress and national officers' elections.
- Forty-five aspirants are contesting nine national executive positions.
