NPP Leadership Holds Crucial NEC Meeting Over Proposed Party Reforms
NPP NEC Meeting Underway to Discuss Major Constitutional Reforms
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is currently meeting at Alisa Hotel in Accra to discuss important constitutional reforms that could change the party’s internal power structure and election processes.
The meeting is chaired by the party’s First Vice Chairman, Danquah Smith Buttey, and includes top party leaders such as former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong, Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, and Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako.
Central to the discussions is a proposal from the Constitution Review Committee that suggests significant changes to how the party operates internally. One of the key proposals is to hold the election of the party’s presidential candidate before electing national executive officers—a reversal of the current system.
Supporters say this change would help align the party’s leadership with the chosen flagbearer, reducing conflicts during election periods. However, some party members have raised concerns that this could give too much power to the flagbearer and weaken the checks and balances within the party.
Another important topic under review is whether appointed executives should be officially recognized as part of the party’s national leadership. This change would give them voting rights and a stronger voice in important party decisions.
The meeting is expected to conclude with recommendations to be sent to the party’s National Council for further review. If approved, these proposals will be presented at the upcoming National Delegates Conference for a final vote.
The decisions made in this meeting could significantly influence the NPP’s strategy and leadership dynamics as the party prepares for the 2028 general elections. Party unity and the smooth transition of leadership remain top priorities during these discussions.
As the NPP moves forward with these potential reforms, all eyes will be on how the party balances power, democracy, and cohesion within its ranks.
