Former Effia MP and former Minister for Public Enterprises Joseph Cudjoe has called on members and leaders of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to foster a culture of unity and loyalty that transcends election seasons. In a Facebook post on October 5, 2026, Mr. Cudjoe emphasized that loyalty to the NPP should not be treated as a temporary strategy adopted only when party members need votes. He made this statement in the context of the NPP's reorganisation and election of new national executives.
Mr. Cudjoe's comments come on the heels of the NPP's internal elections and reorganisation following its defeat in the 2024 general election. He encouraged members to regularly examine the impact of their public statements and actions on the party's cohesion. According to him, every leader and member must ask themselves whether they are strengthening or weakening the NPP through their words and actions. This introspection, he believes, is crucial for building a stronger and more united party.
The former MP also advocated for vigorous internal competition within the NPP but cautioned against allowing disagreements to fracture the party. He emphasized that members could hold strong opposing views while maintaining mutual respect. Mr. Cudjoe urged NPP members to compete vigorously but as a family, and to disagree sharply but with mutual respect. He believes that this approach will help the party to present a united front.
Mr. Cudjoe's call for unity and loyalty comes as the NPP has elected new national executives, with John Boadu pledging unity and reconciliation as he takes over as NPP National Chairman. The party is working towards rebuilding and strengthening its structures after the 2024 general election. According to Mr. Cudjoe, the NPP's post-election priority should be to build a stronger and more united organisation.
The NPP's reorganisation and election of new national executives mark a new phase for the party. Mr. Cudjoe challenged members and leaders to work together to achieve the party's goals. He emphasized that the party's strength lies in its unity and that members must work together to present a united front. This, he believes, will enable the party to win future elections.
Prof. Mike Oquaye, a prominent NPP member, has also weighed in on the party's future, stating that the early presidential primary helped cool tensions in the NPP. The party is implementing 2024 election review recommendations in stages, with the goal of strengthening its structures and increasing its chances of winning future elections.
The NPP's efforts to rebuild and strengthen its structures have been welcomed by other political parties, including the National Democratic Congress (NDC), which has congratulated the new NPP executives and urged them to prioritize national interest above party interests. As the NPP works towards unity and reconciliation, it remains to be seen how these efforts will impact the party's future performance.
Key points
- Joseph Cudjoe urges NPP members to maintain unity and loyalty beyond election seasons.
- The NPP is working towards rebuilding and strengthening its structures after the 2024 general election.
- The party's strength lies in its unity, and members must work together to present a united front.
