NDC Bars Government Appointees from Contesting Party Executive Positions, Sets December 18 for National Elections
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced a major internal reform, barring government appointees from contesting party executive positions, as part of efforts to strengthen internal democracy and reduce the influence of state power in party administration.
The decision was taken by the party’s leadership following consultations and deliberations aimed at ensuring fairness, discipline, and a clear separation between government responsibilities and party structures. Under the new directive, individuals holding government-appointed positions will be ineligible to contest for party executive roles unless they resign from their appointments within the stipulated timelines set by the party.
In a related development, the NDC has also fixed December 18 as the date for its national executive elections, during which key leadership positions at the national level will be contested. The elections are expected to attract significant attention as the party reorganises and prepares for future political contests.
Party insiders say the move is intended to level the playing field for grassroots members and prevent the abuse of incumbency or state influence in internal party elections. The leadership believes the policy will promote unity, credibility, and trust in the party’s electoral processes.
“The NDC remains committed to internal democracy and fairness,” a party source indicated, adding that clear guidelines will be issued to govern eligibility, nominations, and the conduct of the December 18 elections.
The announcement has generated mixed reactions among party members, with some applauding the decision as a bold step toward reform, while others have called for clarity on implementation and transitional arrangements for affected individuals.
The NDC’s national executive elections will determine the party’s leadership direction ahead of upcoming political activities, making the December 18 polls a critical moment for the opposition party.
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