Following the successful amendment of the NPP constitution to make the position of Communication Officer electable, and upon extensive consultation, I have in all humility decided to present myself for consideration as the Ashanti Regional Communication Officer.
To win election 2028, we need a STRATEGIC & IMPACTFUL COMMUNICATION structure that provides purposeful direction, deploys impactful verbal and non-verbal communication strategies and lead the agenda for the day. It is time to reflect, restructure and realign the units of communication for maximum electoral output in the Region.
Patriots & Friends, I kindly seek any support you can lend especially your prayers and advice during the campaign period and on the job.
Former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has cautioned members of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) against allowing tribalism and religious bigotry to undermine the unity and progress of the party.
Speaking at the NPP’s National Delegates Conference in Accra on Saturday, Dr Bawumia emphasised that such divisive tendencies have no place in a party striving to regain power.
“Let me say tribalism and religious bigotry from whichever quarters they emanate pose an existential threat and should have no place in the NPP.”
His address centred on a renewed call for unity and collective commitment towards the party’s rebuilding process as it looks ahead to the 2028 general elections.
Dr Bawumia noted that the party’s ability to recover from its 2024 electoral defeat depends largely on solidarity, discipline, and a focus on common goals.
“An army that wants to win a battle must exercise discipline within its ranks,” he stressed.
He urged party faithful to rise above internal divisions, reaffirm their dedication to party ideals, and work together to restore the confidence of the Ghanaian electorate.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates have approved a comprehensive list of 54 motions aimed at strengthening the party’s structure and policies as it gears up for the 2028 general elections.
The motions were adopted during the National Delegates Conference held in Accra on Saturday, July 19, reflecting the party’s commitment to internal democracy and progressive reform.
These motions cover a wide range of issues, including constitutional amendments, electoral reforms, grassroots empowerment, policy development, and party governance.
The delegates, however, firmly rejected two key proposed constitutional amendments — Motion 17 and Motion 54 — signalling strong resistance to changes seen as undermining grassroots structures and youth representation within the party.
Motion 17, which sought to amend Article 7(30) of the NPP Constitution, proposed empowering Regional Executive Committees to appoint individuals — excluding Polling Station, Electoral Area, and Constituency Officers — to supervise polling station and electoral area elections.
However, in a decisive voice vote, delegates rejected the proposal. Many felt that maintaining constituency-level oversight preserved grassroots accountability and protected the autonomy of local party structures.
Motion 54 also suffered a similar fate. It proposed an amendment to Article 15(4) of the Constitution to redefine “youth” in the party as any member “not above the age of 35,” aligning with international and national standards.
Justifying the motion, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah cited benchmarks from the UN, WHO, UNICEF, and the African Youth Charter, all of which define youth as individuals aged between 15 and 35. Ghana’s National Youth Authority Act pegs the youth bracket between 15 and 25.
Read the 54 motions accepted below:
MOTION ONE
Article 1
Amend article 1 of the Constitution to include the Party’s Motto, Symbol and Colours.
[The absence of the Party’s Motto, Symbol and Colours in the Constitution is an obvious omission and ought to be rectified. The Party’s Motto, Symbol and Colours must find expression in the Party’s Constitution.]
MOTION TWO
Article 3(7)
Amend article 3(7) of the Constitution to give the power to recommend suspension of a Member or an office holder pending disciplinary action against him to the appropriate Disciplinary Committee rather than the Executive Committee.
[The amendment is necessary to ensure justified suspension of party executives (elected and appointed) by Executive Committees, only upon recommendation by the Disciplinary Committee, pending disciplinary proceedings against such Officers. It is the Disciplinary Committee that shall recommend suspension having regard to its preliminary findings.
MOTION THREE
Article 4(3)(7)
Amend article 4(3)(7) of the Constitution to allow for a complaint against any Constituency or Regional Officer, whether elected or appointed, to be filed at; (i) in the case of the Constituency Officer, the Regional Executive Committee and (ii) in the case of the Regional Officer, the National Executive Committee.
[The amendment seeks to achieve fair and equal treatment or handling of disciplinary matters involving ‘elected officers’ and ‘appointed officers’ who are at the same level of the Party by providing that they should be dealt with by the same Disciplinary Committee.]
MOTION FOUR
Article 5(6)
Amend article 5(6) of the Constitution to adopt the Electoral Commission of Ghana’s demarcation/cluster of Electoral Areas.
[The EC’s Electoral Area systems are pre-determined, bereft of controversies and involves more polling stations than the party’s demarcations of Electoral Area. The current provision in the Party’s constitution is that where polling stations under an Electoral Area exceed ten(10), an additional Electoral Area may be created. This lack of certainty and exactitude has triggered misunderstandings in the creation of some Electoral Areas. The adoption of the EC’s Electoral Area system cures any such misunderstanding or perceived mischief.]
MOTION FIVE Article 6- new provision
mischief.]
Amend article 6 of the Constitution to provide for an Electoral Area Executive Committee structure made up of five (5) members who shall all be elected comprising the Electoral Area Chairperson, Secretary,Organiser, Communications Officer and Electoral Affairs Officer.
[The current system requires limited expansion to allow for increased participation and support in the management of the electoral areas. A 5- member Committee enhances operational capacity and ensures a more inclusive and structured approach to supervising polling station activities.]
MOTION SIX
Article 6(1)
Amend article 6(1) of the Constitution to increase the Polling Station Executives from five (5) to seven (7) who are all to be elected compromising the Chairperson, Secretary, Organiser, Women’s Organiser, Youth Organiser, Communications Officer and Electoral Affairs Officer.
[The Committee recommends one man one vote (OMOV) system as a long term electoral framework for the Party. In the absence of the foundational structures for the OMOV electoral system, the proposed limited expansion (representing 40% rise) at the polling station level is more more realistic and manageable. It has the effect of increasing the electoral college considerably while the Party works on’ the recommended OMOV system.]
MOTION SEVEN
Articles 6(1); 7(2); 9(1); 10(7)(3)
Amend article 6(1), 7(2), 9(1) & 10(7)(3) of the Constitution to split/decouple the position of Research and Electoral Affairs Officer at the Constituency, Regional and Nationals levels of the Party.
[The amendment brings the needed focus and attention to each of the two responsibilities. Also, it is not every researcher who understands electoral matters and vice versa. Therefore, separating the positions and appointing people with the requisite expertise to occupy the respective positions will inure to the Party’s benefit.]
A Political Analyst, Dr. Frank Aduhene, has warned former Vice President Dr. Alhaji Mahamadu Bawumia, not to risk his popularity by choice of a wrong running mate when he is finally elected in January 31, 2026.
Dr. Aduhene believes the former Vice President is all set to be given the nod once again by the NPP, stressing that sights and scenes at the party’s National Delegates Conference last Saturday has all but endorsed him.
Dr.Mahamudu Bawumia
Sharing his thoughts on the outcome of the conference, the Political Analyst said there were no doubts that people have true love and affection for Bawumia, adding that what is left now is for him to select someone more worthy of his ticket to partner him going into the 2028 elections.
“If you consider the scene and reactions yesterday at the Legon Stadium, no one will tell you Dr. Bawumia is solely loved by the rank and file of the party and is set to receive the nod again” He noted.
Dr.Bawumia speaking at the national delegates conference
He ,however,cautioned that such gains could be eroded if he continues to stick to his old guns if given the nod again by the Party’s delegates.
“I am sure Dr. Bawumia himself will make good use of the various survey reports before him; the fact that the report clearly indicated that his major problem was the one to partner him. He ,must therefore, resolve to make a better choice if he wants the party and the general voter population to take him seriously this time” Dr. Aduhene emphasized.
Dr. Aduhene, also cautioned the former Vice President to be wary of those selfish and greedy lobbyists, who are pestering him to retain certain individuals within his quarters out of their own parochial interest.
What was officially billed as the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2025 National Delegate Conference has come under intense criticism from party members and political observers who say the event was stage-managed to launch Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s presidential campaign.
According to multiple sources within the party, the conference, held at the Accra Sports Stadium, deviated sharply from its original purpose and instead became a political theatre carefully choreographed by the National Executive Committee (NEC) to project Dr. Bawumia as the presumptive flagbearer for the 2028 elections.
Dr.Bawumia & his wife responding to cheers
A Scripted Coronation, Not a Conference
“The just-ended National Delegate Conference was not a conference properly so called,” said one senior party member who spoke on condition of anonymity. “It was a full-blown outdooring of Bawumia’s presidential ambitions. Everything from the crowd arrangement to the stadium programming was engineered to present him as the party’s chosen one.”
Eyewitness accounts and video footage from the venue reveal that over 5,000 non-delegates, allegedly bused in by pro-Bawumia operatives were seated across the stands to swell the numbers and create an atmosphere of mass approval. This, critics argue, was a deliberate strategy to give the false impression of broad-based grassroots support.
Waving Tour Raises Eyebrows
One of the most contentious moments of the conference came immediately after Dr. Bawumia’s address, when he and his wife walked around the stadium tracks waving to the crowd in what many described as a presidential-style victory lap.
Party insiders and political analysts have questioned the appropriateness of the gesture, asking: “In what capacity was Bawumia speaking as former Vice President or as a flagbearer aspirant?”
“No other potential aspirant was afforded such a platform or such optics,” one party delegate fumed. “That walk was not neutral; it was a bold and symbolic campaign act.”
Muted Voices, Archived Videos
The program’s selective platforming of voices also drew condemnation. Former President John Agyekum Kufuor and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo were notably absent from the live proceedings, their remarks played instead through outdated video recordings. Many wondered why live digital appearances via Zoom or Google Meet were not facilitated for these founding pillars of the party.
“Was it a technological oversight, or a strategic silencing?” one observer queried. “These are party elders who should have been central to such a national event.”
Grassroots Discontent Boils Over
For many in the party’s base, the events of the day confirm long-held suspicions, that the NEC is engineering an internal coup to impose Dr. Bawumia on the party against the popular will.
“They did it in 2024, and now they want to do it again in 2028,” one grassroots organizer from the Ashanti Region told this reporter. “But this time, we will resist. This is about the future of our party and the voice of the people.”
Calls for Accountability and Reform
The fallout from the conference has triggered calls for immediate reform within the NEC and greater transparency in the party’s internal processes.
Political watchers warn that if the NPP leadership fails to address the growing perception of bias and manipulation, it risks alienating its support base and fracturing the party ahead of the 2028 contest.
As tensions simmer, all eyes will be on how the party hierarchy responds in the coming days. Will they listen to the growing chorus of dissent, or will they double down on what many are now calling the great Bawumia imposition?
Either way, the battle lines within the NPP have been redraw, and the grassroots are not retreating.
18thJuly 2025 —MTN, Africa’s leading mobile network operator, has partnered with MTV Base, the number one youth and pop culture brand in Africa, to launch the Room of Safety, an innovative, youth-led movement to raise awareness about online child safety and promote positive digital behaviours across the continent.
The collaboration forms part of MTN’s Help Children Be Children campaign and leverages the reach and influence of platforms like MTV, MTV Base, and MTV’s digital channels to drive meaningful change. Central to the initiative is the launch of Room of Safety, a powerful 10-part short-form series premiering on 20 July 2025 at 15:00 on MTV Base, DStv channel 322, and on @MTVBaseSouth and @MTVBaseAfrica social handles.
Marina Madale
Through relatable storytelling and youth-driven content, the series aims to spark dialogue, raise awareness, and equip young people with the knowledge and tools to navigate online risks. With its multi-platform distribution, the campaign is positioned to reach millions of young Africans, catalyse community conversations, and influence safer digital behaviour across the continent.
The series features Paramount’s Culture Squad member, Craig Nobela, alongside a dynamic lineup of young African influencers including Yanda Woods, LordKez, Foyin Ongunrombi, Azana, MajorSteez, Melissa Nayimuli, Mawelele and Naledi.
“As technology evolves, we’re seeing serious risks, AI misuse, online stalking, and exploitation, mirror and sometimes intensify the harm we once associated only with the physical world. At MTN, we believe access must go hand-in-hand with protection. Through our partnership with MTV Base on Room of Safety, we’re amplifying the voices of young people to speak to, and stand up for, each other, creating a safer, more conscious digital future,” said Marina Madale, MTN Group Executive: Sustainability and Shared Value.
“For two decades, MTV Base has been at the forefront of shaping youth culture and using our platform to spotlight issues that matter. From HIV awareness to gender equality and mental health, we’ve consistently championed content that drives change. With Room of Safety, we’re continuing that legacy, empowering young people to navigate the digital world safely and confidently. This partnership with MTN is a powerful step in protecting the next generation and ensuring their voices are heard,” said Monde Twala, Senior Vice President and GM of Editorial at Paramount Africa.
Commenting on the initiative, MTN Ghana’s Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer Adwoa Wiafe said, “Online safety is a critical pillar for driving digital inclusion in Ghana, and it is imperative that we take bold, proactive steps to foster a culture where young people feel empowered to openly discuss their online experiences with parents, educators, and peers. This platform is not just a conversation starter—it’s a strategic enabler, designed to spark meaningful dialogue, build trust, and strengthen digital resilience among the youth in our communities.”
A Growing Concern Across Africa
Recent research conducted by Ipsos in partnership with MTN across Nigeria, South Sudan, and Zambia reveals alarming trends in online behaviour among children aged 8–17:
1 in 10 children in Nigeria and South Sudan reported being harassed online.
20% of children in South Sudan reported being bullied online — the highest among the three countries.
In Nigeria, 79% of adolescents aged 13–17 spend more than an hour online daily, increasing their exposure to risky online behaviour.
30–40% of teens across the three countries admitted to adding strangers to their messaging apps.
In Juba, children who spend more than an hour online daily are 17 times more likely to engage in risky online behaviour.
These findings underscore the urgent need for digital education and protective mechanisms tailored to African youth.
Empowering Youth and Parents Alike
MTN is committed to creating a safer digital environment for children through a holistic approach that extends beyond awareness to action. As part of its Help Children Be Children initiative, MTN is supporting the strengthening of in-country reporting portals and child helplines, while also working to make the Africa Online Safety Portal accessible across the continent, particularly in countries that lack national platforms.
The reporting portal enables users to report URLs containing CSAM, which are reviewed by expert analysts and removed, often within an hour. This initiative is especially critical in regions where only 20–22% of children are aware of existing child protection portals, yet over 80% want service providers to offer ways to report abuse directly.
By bridging these gaps, MTN, together with MTV Base aims to ensure that every African child, regardless of location, can access vital safety information, report harmful content, and connect to support services that protect their digital wellbeing.
A Call to Action
Protecting children online in Africa demands urgent, collective action. We must close the data gap, fast-track fit-for-purpose regulation, scale digital literacy in schools, and strengthen collaboration across sectors. With emerging threats like AI misuse and online exploitation, the time to act is now.
Through Room of Safety, MTN and MTV Base are using their reach to turn awareness into action, equipping youth and those who support them with the tools to stay safe, speak up, and stand together. We call on young people, parents, educators, and leaders to be part of building a safer digital Africa for the next generation.
Confusion has emerged within the NPP ahead of its National Delegates Conference after a High Court writ surfaced listing two party members as plaintiffs in a suit against the party, one of whom has disassociated himself from the case.
The writ, issued from the High Court in Accra and dated July 17, 2025, names Shamsudeen Iddrisu of Walewale and Boateng Kwadwo of Bantama as plaintiffs, with the NPP(National Headquarters) as the defendant.
The document orders the party to respond to the suit within eight days.
However, in a swift reaction Thursday evening, Shamsudeen Iddrisu issued a public statement disowning the lawsuit.
He stated that he had no knowledge of the writ and had not authorised any legal representation on his behalf.
“I entreat the public to disregard the writ as I have not instructed any lawyer to do this on my behalf,” he wrote.
“As a committed member of the NPP, I have absolute respect for the decisions of the National Council and would not use the courts to undermine such decisions.”
Mr Iddrisu reaffirmed his loyalty to the party and expressed anticipation for the upcoming National Delegates Conference scheduled for this weekend at the University of Ghana.
The writ appears to challenge recent decisions by the party’s National Council, though details of the claims are not included in the visible portion of the court document.
The second named plaintiff, Boateng Kwadwo, has not yet commented publicly on the matter.Source: Myjoyonline.com
Chairman of the Accommodation Committee for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) upcoming National Delegates Conference, Divine Otoo Agorhom, has revealed that no court injunction has been served on the party to halt the event.
His comments follow reports that two party members, Shamsudeen Iddrisu and Boateng Kwadwo, have filed a motion at the High Court in Accra seeking an interlocutory injunction to stop the conference scheduled for Saturday, July 19.
Divine Otoo Agorhom
In an exclusive interview on Channel One Newsroom, Mr. Agorhom, who also serves as the Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the party, dismissed the claims, stressing that the planning and preparations for the event are proceeding without any legal hindrance.
He assured that the committee remains focused on delivering a successful conference, with all logistical and accommodation arrangements firmly in place.
“We met even today, and as at the time I was leaving the stadium and as at the time I was leaving to your studio here, nothing of such has come to the notice of the committee.
“So as far as I am concerned, we have a conference coming on Saturday and nothing is changing. Nothing of such has come to our notice as we speak,” he stated.Source:Juliana Odame Asare
Two members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Shamsudeen Iddrisu and Boateng Kwadwo, have filed a suit at the High Court (General Jurisdiction Division) in Accra seeking to stop the party from holding its planned Extraordinary National Delegates Conference.
A file photograph of a section of the national executive
The writ, filed on Monday, July 15, 2025, was brought before the court by their lawyer, Agyemang Duah of Charisbrit Legal Consult. The applicants are praying the court for “an Order of Interlocutory Injunction restraining the Defendant/Respondent herein from organising the Extraordinary National Delegates Conference scheduled to take place at the University of Ghana Stadium, Accra, from 18th to 20th July, 2025, pending the final determination of the instant suit.”
The applicants argue that the planned conference contravenes the NPP’s constitution, particularly provisions relating to the proper sequencing of regional and national conferences.
In his supporting affidavit, Boateng Kwadwo, who is also the second plaintiff/applicant, stated:
“Per the Constitution, in every year, at least four (4) weeks prior to the National Annual Delegates Conference, there shall be a Regional Annual Delegates Conference organised by the Party in every Region.”
He further added:
“The Constitution further provides that the National Annual Delegates Conference shall meet once every year, at least four (4) weeks after the last of the Regional Annual Delegates Conference.”
According to him, the party has failed to comply with these mandatory steps before proceeding with the extraordinary national gathering.
Boateng Kwadwo, a card-bearing member from the Bantama Constituency in the Ashanti Region, indicated that the action is necessary to ensure the party stays within the bounds of its own rules and avoids a situation that could compromise the legitimacy of its decisions.
The suit has been filed against the New Patriotic Party, headquartered at Asylum Down, Accra, as the sole defendant/respondent. The court is expected to hear the motion for injunction in the coming days.Source:Evans Osei-Bonsu
