The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Upper East Region has taken disciplinary action against 16 of its members and officials from the Pusiga and Tempane constituencies for various misconducts tied to the 2024 general elections.
The sanctions were announced in a statement released by Regional Chairman Anthony Namoo on August 1, 2025, following the conclusion of a months-long investigation by the party’s Regional Disciplinary Committee.
The process began in January, with hearings in March and final decisions issued in June.
At the top of the list is Sawuda Bilgumsey, the 2nd Vice Chairman of the party, who has been dismissed and barred from holding any party position until he reimburses party funds allegedly misused.
According to the NPP, this decisive action highlights its unwavering commitment to financial discipline and ethical leadership within the party’s ranks.
The sanctions varied based on the gravity of each case. Six executives, including 1st Vice Chairman Musah Awudu and Treasurer Jacob Akazusah, have been removed from their positions and handed a five-year ban from holding any office.
Another constituency coordinator has been dismissed and banned from all party activities for four years, while eight polling station officials and affiliated members have been suspended for three years.
However, not all individuals investigated were found guilty. The committee acquitted five members, including Salifu Ibn Adams, the Constituency Research and Elections Officer, after finding no wrongdoing on their part.
The Regional Executive Committee emphasized that while the disciplinary measures were firm, they were also fair and based on evidence presented during the hearings.
In reaffirming its stance, the NPP stressed that the sanctions aim to reinforce accountability and uphold party integrity.
“This action reflects our resolve to ensure discipline within our ranks and uphold the values that define the NPP,” the statement said.
The party has also directed that all vacant positions be filled without delay to ensure continued operations as it looks ahead to upcoming political engagements.
