NPP Inaugurates Key Committees for Presidential Primaries

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has taken a significant step towards its presidential primaries with the inauguration of two crucial committees. The Vetting Committee, headed by Hon. Dr. Kwame Addo Kufuor, and the

, chaired by Hon. Joseph Osei Wusu, have been tasked by the National Council of the Party to oversee the conduct of the presidential primaries scheduled for January 31, 2026.

Committee Roles
– Vetting Committee: Responsible for scrutinizing presidential aspirants to ensure they meet the party’s requirements. The committee will present its findings to the National Council and National Executive Council on September 29, 2025.
– Elections Committee: Tasked with ensuring a free, fair, and transparent election process. The committee will work closely with stakeholders, delegates, and party faithful to guarantee the success of the primaries.

Presidential Primary Timeline
– Nomination Period: July 29 – August 28, 2025
– Vetting: September 15-22, 2025
– Submission of Petitions: September 30 – October 3, 2025
– Publication of Qualified Aspirants: October 8, 2025
– Balloting: October 10, 2025
– Election Date: January 31, 2026
– Run-off Election (if necessary): February 14, 2026

The NPP has expressed confidence in the committees’ ability to deliver a credible and transparent election process. Party officials emphasize the importance of cooperation among stakeholders, delegates, and party faithful to ensure the success of the primaries.