John Boadu, a 56-year-old former NPP General Secretary, emerged victorious in the highly contested chairmanship election held on Saturday, October 3, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. He polled 2888 votes to win the position. The election was part of the party's efforts to select nine national officers, with over 7,000 delegates participating in the conference. Boadu's election marks a significant development in the NPP's reorganisation ahead of the 2028 general elections.
Boadu's victory was secured after a last-minute alliance with former Greater Accra Regional Chairman Sammy Crabbe, who announced on Saturday that he was joining forces with Boadu and urged his supporters to vote for him. The other candidates in the chairmanship contest were former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko, who polled 2048 votes, and former National Chairman Paul Afoko, who secured 490 votes.
The NPP's National Delegates Conference also saw the election of other national officers, including Kojo Bamba, Henry Nana Boakye, and Nana Akomea as Vice Chairmen. Hawa Koomson was elected as the NPP National Women's Organiser, while Titus Glover won the NPP National Organiser race on his second attempt. These elections followed the consideration and approval of proposed amendments to the party's constitution.
The approved amendments include changes to the position of party leader while the NPP is in opposition. Boadu, who served as the party's General Secretary from 2018 to 2022, is expected to play a key role in the NPP's reorganisation and efforts to rebuild its structures ahead of the 2028 general elections. His election has sparked excitement among party supporters, with celebrations erupting at the congress grounds.
In his post-election message, Boadu called for unity within the party, stating that the time for victory was over and a new era of responsibility and great unity had begun. He urged party members to work together to achieve their goals. The NPP's Vice Chairman, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, also emphasised the need for unity and hard work to win the 2028 election.
Boadu has since begun outlining his strategy for the NPP, including efforts to win back youth and modernise the party. He has also started rebuilding the party from the grassroots level, with a focus on strengthening the party's structures ahead of the 2028 general elections.
The NPP's national officers, including Boadu, will be crucial in shaping the party's direction and strategy in the coming years. With Boadu at the helm, the party is expected to undergo significant changes as it prepares for the next general elections.
Key points
- John Boadu won the NPP chairmanship election with 2888 votes.
- The NPP National Delegates Conference saw the election of nine national officers.
- Boadu has begun rebuilding the NPP from the grassroots level ahead of the 2028 general elections.
