The Member of Parliament for Ofoase Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has made an appeal to New Patriotic Party delegates not to vote out all serving national executives solely due to the party's loss in the 2024 general election. He made these comments during the NPP National Delegates Congress at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on October 3, 2026. Oppong Nkrumah emphasized that the party's electoral defeat should not automatically be attributed to every member of the current national executive.
Oppong Nkrumah stated that although the party lost the elections, it does not mean every executive was ineffective. He noted that the party has conducted checks and will make necessary corrections. His comments come as the NPP prepares to elect its national officers, with delegates expected to decide on candidates seeking to retain or assume various positions within the party. The party is holding its National Delegates Congress and national officers' elections in Kumasi.
The NPP delegates will vote to determine the party's next crop of national executives. Oppong Nkrumah pointed out that candidates seeking re-election have demonstrated capacities that could contribute to the party's preparations for the 2028 general election. He emphasized that at this time, delegates should be allowed to make their decisions. His comments stress the importance of allowing delegates to make individual assessments of candidates.
Oppong Nkrumah's appeal is significant as it highlights the need for delegates to consider the individual merit of each candidate rather than making judgments based solely on the party's 2024 electoral outcome. The NPP has proposed a number of constitutional amendments for consideration at the congress. Delegates will have the opportunity to discuss and vote on these proposals.
The NPP National Delegates Congress is a crucial event for the party, as it will determine the future leadership and direction of the party. Oppong Nkrumah's comments are seen as an effort to promote stability and continuity within the party. The party's leadership will play a significant role in shaping its strategy and policies leading up to the 2028 general election.
The article was reported by Benjamin Aidoo and published on October 3, 2026, at 14:24 GMT. The report highlights the key issues and debates surrounding the NPP National Delegates Congress. Oppong Nkrumah's appeal to delegates reflects the party's efforts to move forward and strengthen its leadership.
The NPP's 2024 electoral defeat has led to a period of reflection and introspection within the party. Oppong Nkrumah's comments are part of a broader effort to assess the party's performance and identify areas for improvement. The party's national officers' elections will be an important step in this process.
Key points
- Oppong Nkrumah urges NPP delegates not to vote out all serving executives over 2024 defeat
- The NPP National Delegates Congress is being held in Kumasi to elect national officers and consider constitutional amendments
- Oppong Nkrumah emphasizes the importance of individual merit in the selection of national executives
