NPP members propose extensive constitutional reforms ahead of September delegates conference
Members and groups within Ghana's New Patriotic Party NPP have submitted numerous proposals for constitutional amendments to be considered before the National Delegates Conference on September 19, 2026. These proposed changes aim to enhance inclusivity and strengthen party structures from the grassroots to the national level. Key proposals include increasing the number of National Vice-Chairpersons from three to six to improve representation and delegation, and clearly defining the party leadership roles based on its political cycle e.g., Presidential Candidate as party leader when in government. Other significant suggestions involve granting former NPP executives and Members of Parliament voting rights in internal elections to prevent the marginalization of experienced members. A proposal from Offinso North MP Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah seeks to establish a National Christian Wing, similar to the existing National Nasara Wing, to complete the party's mobilization architecture and ensure interfaith engagement. The Young Executive Forum YEF is also seeking formal recognition as a special organ with voting rights at the National Delegates Conference, citing its contributions to policy and fundraising. Mampong MP Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong proposes integrating the Tertiary Students Confederacy Network TESCON into constituency party structures, with TESCON Presidents becoming ex-officio members of Constituency Executive Committees. The NPP External Branches Caucus is advocating for votin
