Former Member of Parliament for Agona West, Cynthia Morrison, has welcomed the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) decision to grant amnesty to all suspended members and those facing disciplinary cases, describing it as “a right step” toward reconciliation.
Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mrs. Morrison clarified that although she once contested as an independent candidate, she was never formally suspended by the NPP.
“I was not suspended from the NPP. But I know that once you contest as an independent candidate, you forfeit your membership. Officially, the party leadership never wrote to me, and to this day I am still on the party’s parliamentary platforms. In fact, after I was briefly removed, I was later added back, and an apology was even extended to me,” she explained.
The former Gender Minister recounted how she continued to engage with party leadership despite her independent bid.
“During President Akufo-Addo’s last State of the Nation Address, he greeted me, and we had a brief discussion. I remain committed and dedicated to the NPP, and I believe I am even more trusted than some who never contested as independents,” she said.
Mrs. Morrison stressed that the NPP must rise above grudges and personal attacks to build a stronger front.
“We campaigned actively for Dr. Bawumia in Agona West during the 2024 elections. The party must not be built on anger and selfishness. We need peace, and we must iron out our issues and address our differences,” she urged.
She also expressed concern about the state of political discourse in Ghana.
“Our politics is getting dirtier by the day. People now insult and disrespect their elders in the name of politics, and no action is taken. After this amnesty, we must reflect on the issues that brought us here and find ways to resolve them,” she added.
The NPP’s National Council announced the blanket amnesty on August 16, 2025, lifting all suspensions and halting disciplinary proceedings against affected members, though such individuals remain barred from contesting internal elections for two years.
Members who forfeited their membership have also been directed to formally reapply to the national secretariat if they wish to return.
The party explained that while reinstated members are welcomed back, their eligibility to contest in internal elections will remain suspended for a two-year period.
The directive further cautioned party executives at all levels against arbitrary suspensions, insisting that disciplinary matters must strictly adhere to the constitution, due process, and laid-down procedures.
Source: Gertrude Otchere
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