Former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwabena Agyepong, has proposed three key reforms to the nine-member constitutional amendment committee of the party.
The proposed reforms include the formation of Constituency Caucuses nationwide—comprising all current and past office holders of the party in each constituency—the reordering of Presidential Primaries, and the removal of Article 13(9) from the party’s constitution.
According to Mr. Agyepong, the current structure of the party’s special electoral college, which consists of fewer than 1,000 members, is prone to manipulation and undermines democratic fairness. He is advocating for a broader and more inclusive process.
“This proposal represents a limited enlargement of the electoral college, ensuring broader consultation and representation in key decision-making processes,” he stated.
Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, Mr. Agyepong expressed concern over growing apathy and disaffection among some party members, which he said often leads to breakaways.
He also highlighted increasing dissatisfaction with the party’s internal electoral processes, which many perceive as being “monetised” and “manipulated.”
Mr. Agyepong emphasized that his proposals are aimed at easing internal tensions and establishing a more coherent timeline for party activities.
“There is a rising demand for a more inclusive system,” he noted, “with some members calling for a voting base that includes all card-bearing party members.”
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Read the full proposals below:
MEMORANDUM
TO: NPP Constitution Amendment Committee
ATTENTION: Chairman, Frank Davies, Esq.
FROM: Kwabena Agyei Agyepong
DATE: 17th April, 2025
SUBJECT: Proposals for Constitutional Amendments
Following my submissions during the second quarter meeting of the NPP National Executive Committee held at Alisa Hotel on 16th April, 2025, I hereby officially present the proposals below for the committee’s consideration:
- Formation of Constituency Caucuses
It is proposed that the party establishes, in each of the 276 constituencies, a caucus comprising all current and past office holders of the party in the constituency. Specifically, this caucus shall include:
- Members of Parliament
- DCEs/MCEs
- Constituency Executives
- Electoral Area Coordinators
- Polling Station Executives
- Patrons
- Elders
This proposal represents a limited enlargement of the electoral college, ensuring broader consultation and representation in key decision-making processes.
- Order of Presidential Primaries
To reduce tension associated with the numerous elections the party conducts ahead of the presidential candidate election, it is proposed that the presidential primaries be held first, following the amendment of the electoral college.
This approach aligns with Article 13(1) of the party’s current constitution and promotes a more logical and less contentious electoral timeline.
- Expulsion of Article 13(9)
It is further proposed that Article 13(9) of the constitution, which mandates the formation of a special electoral college to trim presidential aspirants to five (5), be expunged.
The current structure of this special college—comprising fewer than one thousand (1000) members—is susceptible to manipulation and undermines democratic fairness. A broader, more inclusive process is recommended.
Respectfully submitted for your kind consideration.