The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has elected new national executives at its delegates conference in Kumasi, Ghana, on October 3, 2026. The conference, attended by over 7,000 delegates, aimed to fill nine national positions ahead of the 2028 general election. John Boadu, a former General Secretary of the party, has been elected as the National Chairman, defeating former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko and former National Chairman Paul Afoko.
The election results saw John Boadu securing 2,888 votes, while his closest contender, Boakye Agyarko, garnered 2,408 votes. Paul Afoko received 790 votes, and Sammy Crabbe obtained 41 votes. Boadu's victory marks a significant milestone in his political career, as he takes on the role of National Chairman. The new national executives will play a crucial role in shaping the party's strategy and direction leading up to the 2028 general election.
Justin Kodua Frimpong has been elected as the General Secretary, while Daniel Titus Glover won the National Organiser position. Hawa Koomson was elected as the National Women's Organiser, and Abanga Fuseini Yakubu secured the National Youth Organiser position. The full list of winners includes other key positions such as Vice-Chairpersons, National Treasurer, and National Communications Director.
The election of the new national executives was a closely contested process, with several high-profile figures vying for positions. The NPP's delegates conference is a significant event in Ghana's political calendar, and the outcome will have implications for the party's performance in the 2028 general election. The party's leadership will be critical in shaping its policy agenda and mobilizing support for the upcoming election.
According to the election results, Kojo Fosu Boadu and Henry Nana Boakye secured the most votes for the Vice-Chairperson positions, with 3,116 and 3,061 votes, respectively. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid also performed well, securing 2,956 votes. The National Treasurer position was won by Alfred Kojo Thompson with 2,243 votes, while Tahiru Issahaku Moomin received 1,605 votes.
The NPP's National Organiser position was won by Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus Glover, who secured 2,964 votes. Ali Maiga Halidu also performed well in the National Organiser race, securing 2,231 votes. The party's National Women's Organiser, Hawa Koomson, won with 783 votes, while her closest contender, Hajia Safia Mohammed, received 429 votes.
The newly elected national executives of the NPP will be sworn in, marking the beginning of their term. The party's leadership has urged members to work together to achieve the party's goals. Key to the party's success will be its ability to present a united front and articulate a clear policy agenda that resonates with Ghanaian voters.
Key points
- John Boadu elected NPP National Chairman with 2,888 votes.
- Justin Kodua Frimpong elected General Secretary with 4,486 votes.
- Hawa Koomson elected National Women's Organiser with 783 votes.
