Member of the National Elections Committee of Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP), Anthony Abayifaa Karbo, has dismissed claims that some aspirants in the party's national elections are candidates backed by the party's flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. The NPP's national executive elections are scheduled for October 3 in Kumasi, where delegates will elect individuals to key leadership positions. Mr. Karbo emphasized that the election is about choosing competent national officers to manage the party's affairs, not about identifying individuals based on their perceived relationship with the flagbearer.
According to Mr. Karbo, being close to Dr. Bawumia should not be a consideration for delegates when choosing national executives. He explained that the contest to determine the party's flagbearer was separate from the national executive elections, which focus on selecting officers to oversee various aspects of the NPP's operations. The key consideration, he said, should be the ability of aspirants to perform the responsibilities associated with the positions they are seeking.
Mr. Karbo further argued that the process through which constituency-level executives were elected demonstrated that proximity to the party's flagbearer was not a prerequisite for securing the support of delegates. He said delegates would instead have to assess the individual capabilities, grassroots connections, and commitment of the various aspirants before casting their votes. This includes evaluating their capacity to mobilize for the party, connection to the grassroots, and a compelling message.
The NPP's national executive elections will determine the national officers responsible for various areas of the party's administration and organization, including the chairmanship, general secretaryship, and other portfolios. A total of 7,163 delegates are expected to participate in the elections in Kumasi. The outcome will significantly impact the party's operations and its ability to present a united front ahead of future elections.
Mr. Karbo's comments come amid concerns that the party's flagbearer, Dr. Bawumia, may have undue influence over the election process. However, Mr. Karbo maintained that the election process is designed to ensure that the most capable and committed individuals are selected to lead the party. He urged delegates to focus on the qualities and capabilities of the aspirants rather than their perceived relationship with the flagbearer.
The NPP is one of Ghana's major political parties, and its internal elections are closely watched by political observers and the general public. The party's national executive elections are a critical process that determines the leadership and direction of the party. The elections are expected to be competitive, with several aspirants vying for the top positions.
In the end, Mr. Karbo expressed confidence that the NPP's election process will be free and fair, and that the party will emerge stronger and more united from the elections. The outcome of the elections will be closely watched by Ghanaians, who are eager to see how the party will position itself for future elections.
Key points
- The NPP's national executive elections are scheduled for October 3 in Kumasi.
- Anthony Karbo has dismissed claims that some aspirants are backed by flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
- The elections will determine the national officers responsible for various areas of the party's administration and organization.
