NPP Parliamentary Primaries 2024

National Secretariat Releases List of Approved Voting Centers

The National Secretariat of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued the list of authorized voting centers for the Parliamentary Primaries set to take place on Saturday, January 27, 2024. All stakeholders are encouraged to adhere to these guidelines for a seamless and transparent conduct of the process.

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Sheikh I.C. Quaye Allegedly Backing Henry Quartey’s Political Opponent

Duke Opoku Mensah, from Media General’s Election Command Centre, reports that Sheikh I.C. Quaye is expressing discontent with the policies being implemented by the Greater Accra Regional Minister. As a result, he is endorsing Moses Abor in an attempt to unseat the widely regarded regional minister.

Parliamentary Primaries in Mampong Constituency Suspended Amid Legal Disputes

Parliamentary Primaries Election in the Mampong Constituency has been halted following an election injunction obtained from the Kumasi Appeals Court. The injunction was secured by 35 dissatisfied members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) who assert that the polling station election held last year in the constituency was invalid.

The aggrieved individuals filed a case against the party, challenging the legitimacy of the polling station elections that took place in Mampong Constituency. Dissatisfied with the decision of the Mampong High Court, they escalated the matter to the Court of Appeals in Kumasi, where the case is currently under consideration.

The injunction obtained at the Kumasi Appeals Court has forced the suspension of the Parliamentary Primaries in Mampong Constituency.

Challenges in Weija Gbawe Constituency Mar NPP Parliamentary Primaries

The much-awaited New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primaries have begun without incident in several locations. They are scheduled to begin at 7 am on Saturday, January 27, 2024. The generally smooth elections are marred by a setback for the Weija Gbawe Constituency, whose voting process is delayed.

Voters have exercised their democratic right to choose parliamentary candidates, as evidenced by the numerous reports from polling places. Unfortunately, the Weija Gbawe Constituency is unique in that it faces problems with accreditation that impede the voting process.

Party members and constituents in Weija Gbawe are waiting for the accreditation issue to be resolved. Voters, who are keen to participate in the primaries and make their opinions known in the selection of candidates, are concerned about the delay.

Addressing the accreditation issue quickly is essential to guaranteeing Weija Gbawe voters a fair and transparent voting process. Voters may become irritated and disenchanted with delays in important democratic processes, which could jeopardize the legitimacy of the primary.

The reasons behind the accreditation issue are still unknown, therefore those affected are waiting for official word from authorities regarding the actions being taken to address the matter. For the election process to remain legitimate and voters’ trust to be sustained, openness and clarity of information are essential.

As the day goes on, the focus turns to Weija Gbawe, where delegates are waiting for developments on the resolution of the accreditation issue and the start of the parliamentary primaries.

Confusion Erupts at Primary in Pru West Constituency; Delegate Assaulted

Tension flared at the New Patriotic Party Parliamentary Primary in the Pru West Constituency as chaos erupted, resulting in the physical assault of a delegate. Reports from the scene indicate that confusion engulfed the primary proceedings, leading to a violent altercation that left one delegate injured.

The incident, which occurred amidst the voting process, underscored the heightened emotions and rivalries within the party as delegates cast their ballots to select the parliamentary candidate for Pru West Constituency.

Voting Delay At Ablekuma West, Electoral Officer Explains

Kwame Ampadu, the Ablekuma West Municipal Electoral Officer, explains that voting has been delayed in the NPP’s Parliamentary Primary in the constituency because delegates have not shown up to vote.

Confusion at Anyaa-Sowutuom Voting Center

Mustapha Osman, the Nasara Coordinator for Anyaa-Sowutuom, and Hajia Hawa, the NPP’s Women’s Organizer in the constituency, got into a fight regarding a delegate’s ability to take part in the Parliamentary Primary.

Mike Oquaye Arrives at the Voting Center

Mike Oquaye Jnr, the main contender for Lawyer Sarah Adwoa Sarfo received a rousing welcome when he arrived at the Atomic Basketball Park to cast his ballot.

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