The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has postponed its previously planned ballot for its flagbearer aspirants, which was originally scheduled for Wednesday, September 6, 2023.
The reasons behind the postponement remain unclear, but the elections committee, following discussions with the flagbearer aspirants, disclosed to the media that the aspirants have expressed certain concerns that need to be addressed.
Furthermore, the elections committee indicated that they, along with the aspirants and the Electoral Commission, will soon unveil the details for the November 4 elections.
Speaking to the press, spokesperson for the elections committee, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, stated that a new date for the ballot will be determined once the details have been finalized.
“The EC, aspirants and their representatives, we received some proposals, we deliberated same, and we have agreed to incorporate these as part of the guidelines for November 4. We have also agreed that soon thereafter, we shall proceed with the balloting.”
“Meanwhile, all concerns that were raised are receiving attention. Individuals who complained about certain things that happened to them at the various polling centres have been heard. Those who perpetrated those crimes have also been invited and have been heard. The committee will issue its full report and will make it known to the public, after due consultation with stakeholders in the party”.
Alexander Afenyo-Markin also confirmed that the elections committee has received Alan Kyerematen’s withdrawal letter from the meeting, and it has been acknowledged without bias.
He urged party members to maintain decorum as they prepare for the 2024 elections, emphasizing the need to unite and present a strong front against the National Democratic Congress.
“We need to put our house in order to face the NDC come 2024. We would urge party members to help their own part by way conduct. There’s no need to use social media to cast aspersions, attack, insinuate and all,” he advised.
Alan Kyerematen, who secured the third position in the Special Delegates’ Conference, was initially expected to be one of the five candidates participating in the presidential primaries on November 4.
However, he opted to withdraw from the polls, alleging intimidation of his supporters and manipulation of the election in favor of another candidate.
