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NDC Rejects Calls for Muntaka, NACOC Officials to Resign Over Cocaine Busts
The party says the drug seizures do not prove a failure of security forces and will not see any officials step down.
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NPP Demands Parliamentary Inquiry Into Beirut Cocaine Seizure
The New Patriotic Party has called on President John Dramani Mahama to unveil the taskforce roadmap, issue a joint statement with Lebanese authorities and prosecute any officials who may have facilitated the movement of 46.7 kg of cocaine through Accra International Airport.
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Julius Kwame Anthony Challenges NPP Narrative With WikiLeaks Evidence
The young NDC communicator faces backlash after citing a WikiLeaks document to counter years of unsubstantiated claims against former President John Dramani Mahama.
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NPP Accused of Targeting Foreign Affairs Minister Ablakwa for Exposing Alleged Misconduct
NDC General Secretary Fifi Kwetey claims the ruling party is retaliating against Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who has highlighted alleged corruption during the NPP’s tenure.
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Fifi Kwetey Warns NPP May Stay in Opposition if It Keeps Hunting Scandals
The NDC general secretary criticised the New Patriotic Party’s focus on controversy over the South Africa evacuation, saying it could prolong the party’s time out of government.
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NPP Eastern PWD Coordinator Secures Injunction Against Mining on Bodwen Junior High School Land
Maxi Kwadwo Appiah obtained a court order to stop alleged excavators from working on disputed school property, citing safety risks for pupils.
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NPP Communications Officer Declares Bid for Akwatia Parliamentary Seat
Bernard Owiredu Donkor, a native of Akwatia, announced his intention to run for the constituency’s seat in the 2028 elections, urging the party to field a strong candidate after the 2025 by‑election loss.
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NPP Rewrites 2028 Primary Rules to Shield Incumbents
The party’s new nomination framework, unveiled by General Secretary John Boadu, adds multiple vetting stages that many fear will deny challengers a fair chance.
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NPP Claims Diplomatic Passports Could Undermine Ghana’s Border Security
The New Patriotic Party warns that irregular issuance of diplomatic and service passports may enable drug traffickers to slip past airport checks, calling for greater transparency and a review of the documents’ holders.
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Galamsey Escalates: Sulemana Braimah Calls for National Unity
Executive Director of MFWA urges both NPP and NDC to admit their roles in illegal mining and collaborate to curb the crisis.
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NPP Accuses NDC Members of Illegal Mining
Dennis Miracles Aboagye says it is NDC officials, not ordinary Ghanaians, who are driving the galamsey crisis, demanding accountability from the ruling party.
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NPP Petitions US to Suspend Diplomatic Courtesies for Ghanaian Passport Holders
The New Patriotic Party has asked the U.S. Mission in Accra to halt diplomatic privileges for six individuals whose service passports were allegedly issued without proper authority.
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NPP Opens November 1–10 Window for Parliamentary Aspirants to Declare Intent Ahead of 2028 Primaries
The New Patriotic Party has set a ten‑day period for current and future MPs to announce their intention to contest the party’s 2028 parliamentary primaries.
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NPP Dismisses Rumours of Replacing Minority Leader Afenyo‑Markin
The party’s General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong denied any talks about changing the parliamentary leadership, calling the reports false and aimed at sowing confusion.
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NPP Calls for Foreign Affairs Minister Ablakwa’s Dismissal in Nationwide Protest
The New Patriotic Party has mobilised a city‑wide demonstration on November 3 to demand accountability over the South Africa evacuation exercise and passport issuance controversies.
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NPP Demands Sports Minister Resign Over Visa Scandal
The New Patriotic Party has called for the resignation of the Minister for Youth and Sports after allegations of irregularities in visa arrangements for personnel linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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NPP Files Suit Seeking Clarification on Presidential Term Limits
The New Patriotic Party has lodged a case at the Supreme Court asking the Attorney‑General to interpret constitutional provisions on the two‑term cap for Ghana’s presidents.
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Gizela Tetteh‑Agbotui Confident of Retaining Awutu Senya West Seat
The Awutu Senya West MP says she will keep the constituency for the NDC in the next election, even after an NPP regional chairman from the area was elected.
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NPP Plans Release of 35 NDC Scandals Ahead of 2028 Elections
Akuapem North MP Samuel Awuku says the opposition will unveil a trove of alleged NDC misdeeds to let voters judge the government’s Reset promises.
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NPP Walewale Condemns Personal Attacks on MP
The party in Walewale rebukes remarks by Hakim Oil that called MP Dr Tia Abdul‑Kabiru Mahama a "woman" and urges discipline amid upcoming elections.
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Adwoa Safo Announces Return to Dome‑Kwabenya Parliamentary Race
The former MP, who served the constituency for 12 years, has declared her intention to seek the New Patriotic Party’s nomination for the 2028 elections.
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Akosua Manu Calls on Gender and Education Ministers to Act on Obuasi SHS Rape Allegations
The NPP adviser to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has urged the Gender Minister and the Education Minister to provide clear accountability after claims that the headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School raped students.
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Kamaldeen Warns Partisan EC Appointments Threaten Electoral Independence
NPP communications officer cautions that politically motivated picks for the Electoral Commission could trigger a cycle of replacements whenever a new government takes power.
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Ekua Amoakoh: Debate, Leadership and Governance Sparked Political Career
NPP spokesperson Dr Ekua Amoakoh reveals how her lifelong love of debate and public service led her to the political arena.
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Grandmother of NPP Health Committee Chair Was Party’s Early Treasurer in Ashanti
Dr Ekua Amoakoh says her grandmother helped found the New Patriotic Party and served as one of its first treasurers in the Ashanti Region.
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Nana Boakye Clarifies Kojo Bamba Was Not His Driver or Bodyguard
The NPP’s second vice chairman refutes rumours, saying the former First Vice Chairman handled operations and security during his tenure as National Youth and National Organiser.
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Kofi Adams: I Won’t Run Away From Parliamentary Probe Over World Cup Visa Allegations
The Minister of Sports and Recreation has vowed to face Parliament’s inquiry into alleged visa fraud linked to Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup travel arrangements.
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Dr Stephen Amoah Commends NDC for Stabilising Ghana’s Economy
The Nhyiaeso MP praised the National Democratic Congress for building on the New Patriotic Party’s recovery measures, urging the government to translate macro‑economic gains into tangible benefits for Ghanaians.
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Ablakwa Accused of Character Assassination Over Service Passport Refusal
The Foreign Affairs Committee’s Majority alleges Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa is targeting Deputy Ranking Member Nana Asafo‑Adjaye after denying a passport to NPP Vice Chairman Nana Boakye.
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Emelia Agbenyo Not an NDC Card-Bearing Member, Says Presidential Staffer
Beatrice Annan defends the EC appointment of Emelia Agbenyo, arguing her gender advocacy, not party loyalty, underpins her suitability.
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Bawumia Promises to Eliminate $300 Used‑Car Import Fee if Elected
The NPP flagbearer has told Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations that he will scrap the suspended Pre‑shipment Verification and Inspection policy for used vehicles should he win the 2028 presidential election.
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NPP Threatens $500m Bail Bond for NDC Offenders if Party Returns to Power
National Youth Organiser Abanga Fuseini Yakubu warned that the NPP would impose a hefty bail bond on alleged NDC offenders should his party regain the presidency.
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NPP Atwima Nwabiagya South Secretary Confident in New 2028 Executive Team
Sir John Duodu praises the recently elected national executives, urging unity and active participation as the party gears up for the 2028 general elections.
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Abanga Fusaini Yakubu: Never Share NPP Strategies With Twin Brother
The newly elected National Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party vows he will not hand over party plans to his twin brother, who serves as an NDC vice chairman.
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NPP Credits Early Flagbearer Selection With Party Stability
The New Patriotic Party says electing Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as flagbearer ahead of the 2028 elections has eased internal tensions and allowed a more focused candidate hunt.
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NPP Will Welcome Aggrieved Members Ready to Return
Third Vice Chairperson Nana Akomea says the party is open to reconciling with former members who are willing to re‑engage, but stresses a two‑way process.
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NDC’s Biggest Threat Is Internal Division, Not NPP Leadership – Gbande
Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande cautions that the National Democratic Congress must first tackle internal rifts before facing the New Patriotic Party in the 2028 elections.
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NPP’s New Leadership Urged to Rebuild Unity and Grassroots Ties
Political scientist Dr Kwasi Amakye‑Boateng warns the National Patriotic Party must mend internal fractures and re‑engage rank‑and‑file members to strengthen its 2028 election prospects.
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Kojo Bamba Elected NPP First Vice Chairman, Signals Grassroots Shift
The NPP’s new vice‑chairman, Kojo Bamba, secured 3,116 votes, a move seen by NDC deputy secretary Mustapha Gbande as a rejection of “suit and big English” politics.
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John Boadu Praised as ‘Exceptionally Gifted’ Political Figure by Prof Mike Oquaye
The former Speaker of Parliament lauds the newly elected NPP chairman’s experience and vision for the party.
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NDC Says New NPP Executives Won’t Change Its 2028 Strategy
Deputy Director of Elections Rashid Tanko‑Computer insists the National Democratic Congress remains confident in its own leadership selection and that the NPP’s recent national executive elections will not affect its preparations for the 2028 general elections.
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NDC Must Not Mirror NPP, Opare Addo Urges Party to Avoid Aggressive Politics
National Youth Organiser George Opare Addo cautioned the NDC against adopting a confrontational style after the NPP’s new leadership was elected at the Kumasi conference.
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Hawa Koomson Elected NPP Women’s Organiser, Promises Experience and Maturity
The newly chosen women’s wing leader vows to use her seasoned background to steer the New Patriotic Party’s female cadre.
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NPP Must Expand Reach in Volta and Northern Regions to Secure Ashanti Votes
Vice‑Chairman aspirant Richard Ahiagbah urges the party to invest strategically beyond its traditional strongholds ahead of the national executive election.
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Hawa Koomson Elected NPP Women’s Organiser, Promises Experienced Leadership
The New Patriotic Party’s newly chosen Women’s Organiser vows to bring maturity and experience to the role after a decisive victory over Hajia Safia Mohammed.
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Ali Suraj Elected NPP NASARA Coordinator
The New Patriotic Party chose Ali Suraj to lead its NASARA wing after a vote at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on October 3.
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NPP General Secretary Kodua: No Issue With Aspiring Chairman Boadu
Justin Frimpong Kodua assures party unity, stressing both leaders will work together to secure Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s 2028 presidential bid.
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NPP Delegates Congress: Confusion Delays Voting at Ashanti Region TESCON Centre
A mix‑up over polling centre names left 50 TESCON delegates waiting, but police and EC officials restored order and the vote resumed.
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NPP Bosome Freho Chairman Arrested Over Ballot Paper Incident
Patrick Kwaku Frimpong was taken into custody by the Ghana Police Service after allegations that he tore a ballot paper issued by the Electoral Commission.
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NPP Conference: NDC Delegation Leaves Kumasi Meeting Early
Former Lawra MP Anthony Karbo expressed disappointment after the NDC delegation exited the New Patriotic Party’s National Delegates Conference before it began, citing delays.
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Osei Bonsu Amoah Says He Will Not Return to Parliament After Four Terms
The former Akuapem South MP told NPP delegates in Kumasi that while he misses the legislative environment, he has no plans to seek another seat in the House.
Crime
Bawumia Calls for Identification of Cocaine Financiers
NPP flagbearer demands authorities uncover those funding and organising cocaine shipments that slip through Ghana’s ports, after a €225‑million seizure in France.
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NPP Chairman Butey Urges Party Unity After Internal Contest
Acting National Chairman Joseph Danquah Smith Butey called on NPP members to set aside bitterness and focus on rebuilding the party at the National Delegates Conference.
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NDC Delegation Leaves NPP Conference Over Delays
The National Democratic Congress delegation, led by Deputy Women’s Organiser Dzifa Tsegah, departed the New Patriotic Party’s National Delegates Conference after hours of waiting and unclear scheduling.
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Kufuor Urges NPP Delegates to Elect Leaders Who Restore Public Confidence
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor called on New Patriotic Party members to choose a united, functional national executive at the party’s congress in Kumasi.
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LPG Urges NPP to Stay United Amid Internal Distractions
The Liberal Party of Ghana warned New Patriotic Party members not to heed divisive voices as Ghanaians voice disappointment and call for the return of former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia.
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NPP Approves 14 Constitutional Amendments in Kumasi Despite Earlier Call to Defer
Delegates at the party’s National Delegates Conference voted unanimously to adopt all 14 proposed changes, including a shift in the party leader’s designation and new vice‑chairman rules.
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NPP Delegates Approve Amendment Making Flagbearer Leader of Party
At the National Delegates Conference in Kumasi, 7,163 party members voted to change the party constitution so that the flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, will head the NPP for the 2028 general election.
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NPP Conference in Kumasi: Rallying Behind Dr Bawumia for 2028 Election
The New Patriotic Party will convene over 7,000 delegates at Baba Yara Sports Stadium to elect national officers and solidify support for its presidential candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.
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NPP Voting Delayed in Kumasi as Delegates Awaited
Acting National Chairman Danquah Smith Buttey said the party’s National Delegates Conference will not begin voting until enough delegates arrive at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
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GFA Launches Kivo U-17 Regional Champions Cup
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Bawumia Urges Focus on Gold Reserves, Criticises Bank of Ghana Trading
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JUSAG Accuses Pay Gaps, Demands Fair Remuneration for Judicial Workers
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