Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has congratulated the newly elected national executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) following the party's 2026 National Annual Delegates Conference in Kumasi. The conference demonstrated the strength and vibrancy of the NPP's internal democratic processes. Akufo-Addo commended the outgoing National Executive Committee and the National Officers Elections Committee for the successful organisation and conduct of the conference.
In a Facebook post, Akufo-Addo congratulated the newly elected national executives, led by National Chairman John Boadu, and wished them a fruitful tenure. He urged the party to use the conclusion of the conference as a starting point for a united effort towards the 2028 general elections. Akufo-Addo emphasised the importance of unity within the party to achieve victory in the upcoming elections.
The former President highlighted that victory in 2028 would pave the way for an NPP government under the leadership of the party's presidential candidate, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. This government would focus on promoting the rule of law and improving the welfare of ordinary Ghanaians. Akufo-Addo's message emphasised the need for collective effort to ensure the party's success in the 2028 elections.
Akufo-Addo's congratulatory message also acknowledged the efforts of the outgoing National Executive Committee, led by former Acting National Chairman Danquah Smith Buttey, and the National Officers Elections Committee, chaired by Frederick Opare Ansah. He appreciated their roles in the successful conduct of the conference, which showcased the NPP's internal democratic processes.
The NPP's 2026 National Annual Delegates Conference took place in Kumasi, marking a significant event in the party's calendar. The conference provided an opportunity for the party to reflect on its past achievements and strategize for future elections. Akufo-Addo's message served as a call to action for the party to work together towards a common goal.
In his concluding remarks, Akufo-Addo prayed for the NPP and Ghana, seeking blessings for the party and the country. He expressed his hope for the party's success and Ghana's prosperity, stating, "May God bless the New Patriotic Party and may God bless our homeland Ghana and make her great and strong."
The NPP is gearing up for the 2028 general elections, with Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia as the party's presidential candidate. The party's efforts to promote unity and strengthen its internal democratic processes are seen as crucial to its success in the upcoming elections. Akufo-Addo's message has resonated with party members, who are now focused on working together to achieve victory in 2028.
Key points
- Former President Nana Akufo-Addo congratulates newly elected NPP executives and urges party unity ahead of the 2028 general elections.
- Akufo-Addo emphasises the importance of collective effort to ensure the NPP's success in the 2028 elections.
- The NPP's 2026 National Annual Delegates Conference showcased the party's internal democratic processes and provided a platform for strategizing future elections.
