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Asiedu NKETIAH Defends NDC Leadership Shake-Up, Says Strategy Fueled 2024 Election Victory

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Published: May 22 2026
Published at: 5:06PM
Story by Saibu Terry
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‎Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has revealed that the party’s controversial parliamentary leadership reshuffle ahead of the 2024 general elections was a calculated strategy aimed at securing electoral victory.
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‎Speaking in Tamale, Mr. Nketiah explained that the NDC faced changing political dynamics before the elections and needed what he described as a stronger “forward line” in Parliament to remain competitive.
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‎According to him, the decision to replace the Minority leadership in 2023 was not personal but purely strategic.
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‎“We had to make changes in Parliament because new realities were emerging. Without those changes, winning the election would have been difficult,” he stated.
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‎The restructuring, announced in January 2023, saw Cassiel Ato Forson replace Haruna Iddrisu as Minority Leader. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah was named Deputy Minority Leader, while Kwame Governs Agbodza became Minority Whip. Ahmed Ibrahim and Comfort Doyoe Ghansah were appointed First and Second Deputy Whips respectively.
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‎Mr. Nketiah disclosed that although the decision initially generated resistance and public speculation about internal divisions, he remained convinced the move was necessary to strengthen the party ahead of the polls.
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‎He noted that even John Dramani Mahama had reservations at the beginning, but he insisted on implementing the changes in his role as party chairman and chief strategist for the election campaign.
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‎“There was a lot of misunderstanding at the time, and some people thought I had personal issues with certain individuals. But the decision was purely about positioning the party to win power,” he explained.
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‎Following the NDC’s victory in the 2024 elections, Mr. Nketiah said he advised President Mahama to include experienced party figures such as Haruna Iddrisu and Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak in government appointments to maintain unity within the party.
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‎He stressed that the appointments reflected the NDC’s commitment to inclusiveness and cohesion despite earlier disagreements.
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‎Describing the election outcome as one of the most significant victories in Ghana’s Fourth Republic, the NDC Chairman urged party supporters to avoid factional politics.
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‎He cautioned members against forming camps around individual leaders, insisting that unity would remain critical to the party’s future success.
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‎“The NDC must remain one family. Differences are normal in politics, but division will only weaken us,” he stated.

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NPP Annuls Constituency Executive Elections in Three Constituencies, Refers Disputes to Electoral Affairs Committee

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:55pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has annulled the purported Constituency Executive Elections conducted in three constituencies, citing violations of party directives, election regulations, and, where applicable, existing court orders.

In a statement dated July 15, 2026, the party announced that the National Steering Committee took the decision after reviewing the conduct of the constituency executive elections held across the country over the weekend.

According to the statement, the annulled elections were held in Bantama, Afigya Sekyere East, and Adansi Asokwa constituencies.

The NPP said the elections in the affected constituencies were conducted in “flagrant disregard” of party directives, the rules and regulations governing the 2026 Constituency Executive Elections, and, in some instances, subsisting court orders.

The party further disclosed that the Ashanti Regional Steering Committee has been summoned to appear before the National Steering Committee on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to explain the circumstances surrounding the conduct of the elections in the affected constituencies.

Additionally, the National Steering Committee has referred election-related issues in Asante Akyem Central, together with all other unresolved constituency election disputes, to the Electoral Affairs Committee of the National Council for advice and recommendations.

The NPP reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring strict compliance with its constitution and regulations while preserving the integrity, credibility, and transparency of its internal democratic processes.

The statement was jointly signed by the party’s Acting National Chairman, Danquah Smith Buttey, and General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong.

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NDC Northern Regional Elections Directorate Takes Over Tamale Central Branch Elections

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Published July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:27Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The Northern Regional Elections Directorate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it has assumed full responsibility for all activities relating to the party’s branch elections in the Tamale Central Constituency with immediate effect.

In an official notice issued on Tuesday, the Directorate said the decision would remain in force until further notice, indicating that it will oversee and manage all aspects of the branch election process in the constituency.

The statement directed all party members, stakeholders, and interested persons to channel all communications, inquiries, and issues concerning the Tamale Central branch elections through the Northern Regional Elections Directorate.

While the notice did not state the reasons behind the decision, the Regional Elections Directorate appealed to members for their cooperation and understanding as it carries out its mandate.

The notice was signed by Dr. Arnold Mashud Abukari, the Northern Regional Director of Elections and IT of the NDC.

The latest development places the administration of the Tamale Central branch elections directly under the supervision of the regional leadership, pending further directives.

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Ghana Drawn with Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for WAFU B U-20 Championship

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 2:15Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

Ghana’s Black Satellites have been drawn in a challenging Group B alongside regional rivals Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, the qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The draw was conducted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at the headquarters of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

The Black Satellites will renew their fierce rivalry with Nigeria in what is expected to be one of the standout fixtures of the competition. Togo and Burkina Faso complete a highly competitive group, setting the stage for a demanding qualification campaign for the four-time African champions.

Group A consists of hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Benin and Niger, with the three nations also competing for a place at the continental championship.

The WAFU B U-20 Championship will feature all seven member associations of the zone and serves as the official qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted by Ghana, adding extra significance to the Black Satellites’ campaign as they seek to qualify for the continental showpiece on home soil.

WAFU B U-20 Championship Draw

Group A

Côte d’Ivoire
Benin
Niger

Group B

Ghana
Nigeria
Togo
Burkina Faso

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