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As part of efforts to reorganize after its defeat in the 2024 general elections, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has been urged to amend its constitution to address critical internal challenges. Andy Appiah Kubi, the Member of Parliament for Asante Akim North, raised concerns about the increasing influence of money in the party’s internal elections, warning that it could jeopardize the party’s long-term viability.
Speaking on TV3 on Saturday, December 28, Appiah Kubi stressed the need for reforms to safeguard the party’s democratic processes. “The NPP constitution is so flawed and needs amendment. Monetization has gradually taken over the Party,” he stated, emphasizing the urgency of tackling these issues to secure the party’s future.
NPP Plans to Review 2024 Electoral Performance
The NPP has announced the formation of a committee in January 2025 to assess its performance in the 2024 general elections. This review will explore the factors contributing to the party’s loss and propose strategies for rebuilding and strengthening the party for future elections.
The Electoral Commission (EC) declared the official results of the 2024 general elections on Monday, December 9. John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, emerged victorious with 6,328,397 votes, representing 56.55% of the valid votes cast. His closest contender, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the NPP, secured 4,657,304 votes, equivalent to 41.61%.
Reacting to the defeat, NPP National Chairman Stephen Ayesu Ntim admitted that the results were unexpected and called for introspection and structural adjustments. “The results were not what we anticipated,” he said during a press conference at the party’s headquarters.
Party Leadership Reflects on Campaign Efforts
Ntim commended the efforts of the party’s campaign teams but acknowledged the need for strategic changes. “We were very hopeful and positive, and our aim was to secure an emphatic victory at the polls. And we went very hard at it. As a party, we put in our best efforts in the campaign. I commend all members of the various campaign teams of the party, from polling stations to the national level, who also put in their very best in the competition,” he said.
While acknowledging the disappointing outcome, Ntim expressed optimism about the party’s future: “There is no doubt that the outcome of the election was not what we hoped for. We may not have won the battle, but we haven’t lost the war on the quest for a better Ghana, shaped by the ideals and philosophies of the New Patriotic Party.”
The election review committee, set to be established in January 2025, will analyze the reasons behind the party’s defeat and engage stakeholders and the public to chart a path forward. “The committee will engage all party stakeholders and the general public on the factors and circumstances leading to our defeat,” Ntim stated.
The NPP’s leadership remains committed to learning from the 2024 electoral experience and making the necessary adjustments to regain the trust of voters in future elections.
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