The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced plans to form a committee to investigate its significant loss in the 2024 general elections.
At a press conference at the party’s headquarters, National Chairman Stephen Ayesu Ntim emphasized the need for introspection and feedback from party members to realign the NPP for future electoral contests.
“The outcome of the election was not what we hoped for,” Ntim admitted. “We may not have won the battle, but we haven’t lost the war on the quest for a better Ghana.”
The committee, to be established in January 2025, will conduct a comprehensive review of the election outcome, engaging stakeholders and the public to identify factors behind the defeat.
Ntim also hinted at revisiting the party’s constitution, particularly the procedures for electing national executives and flag bearers, as part of broader restructuring efforts.
“We were hopeful and put in our best efforts. I commend all campaign members at every level for their hard work. However, revitalizing our party will require significant effort moving forward,” he noted.
The NPP’s electoral defeat saw former President John Dramani Mahama reclaim the presidency with 56.55% of valid votes cast, defeating NPP’s Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who secured 41.61%.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) also gained a majority in Parliament, securing over 180 seats, including key constituencies traditionally held by the NPP.
The NPP’s forthcoming review committee aims to dissect these outcomes and chart a path forward as the party prepares for future political challenges.
