Former Awutu Senya East MP, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has been elected as the National Women's Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The election took place at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Saturday, October 3, 2026, where over 7,000 delegates voted to elect new officers. Koomson's victory marks a significant milestone in her political career, as she defeated her sole contender, Hajia Safia Mohammed.
The National Delegates Conference was a crucial event for the NPP, as it aimed to elect national executives who will oversee the party's operations and help prepare it for the 2028 general election. The conference saw the election of various national officers, including the General Secretary, National Youth Organiser, and National Women's Organiser. The elections were a demonstration of the party's commitment to internal democracy and leadership renewal.
In the National Women's Organiser race, Koomson emerged victorious, defeating Hajia Safia Mohammed. Although the exact vote count for Koomson's victory was not disclosed, her election was confirmed by the party. Koomson's background as a former MP and her experience in politics make her a strong candidate for the position, and her election is expected to bring new perspectives to the party's women's wing.
The NPP also elected Justin Frimpong Kodua as its General Secretary, who secured 4,486 votes in the contest. He was challenged by former Ngleshie Amanfro MP, Sylvester Tetteh, who polled 1,340 votes, and Eugene Boakye Antwi, who secured 162 votes. Additionally, Dr. Charles Dwamena received 126 votes. The election of Kodua as General Secretary is seen as a significant development, as he will play a crucial role in the party's operations.
In the National Youth Organiser race, Abanga Fuseini Yakubu won with 1,550 votes, defeating five other aspirants. Clement Opoku Gyamfi came second with 631 votes, followed by Michael Osei Boateng with 78 votes. Chris Lloyd Nii Kwei Asamoah polled 46 votes, Vera Oye Bram-Larbi received 44 votes, and Alfred Kumi Ababio secured 25 votes. The election of Yakubu as National Youth Organiser is expected to bring new energy to the party's youth wing.
The NPP's National Delegates Conference was a significant event that demonstrated the party's commitment to leadership renewal and internal democracy. The elections will help prepare the party for the 2028 general election, and the newly elected national executives will play a crucial role in shaping the party's strategy and operations. The party's leadership is expected to work together to achieve its goals and objectives.
The NPP has sworn in its new national executives, including Hawa Koomson as National Women's Organiser. The party's leadership has urged its members to work together and promote unity, as they prepare for the 2028 general election. The election of new national executives marks a significant milestone in the party's journey, and the party is expected to build on its strengths and address its weaknesses.
Key points
- Hawa Koomson elected as NPP's National Women's Organiser
- Justin Frimpong Kodua re-elected as NPP General Secretary
- Abanga Fuseini Yakubu elected as NPP National Youth Organiser
