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Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has commended the Presidential Election Committee of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he described as a transparent and professional execution of its mandate ahead of the party’s presidential primary scheduled for Saturday, January 31.
In a statement reflecting on a briefing he received from the Committee, Nana Akufo-Addo disclosed that members of the Committee formally called on him to present a comprehensive report on activities undertaken so far in the planning and organisation of the upcoming primary. He noted that the work done by the Committee stands out for its clarity, openness and strict adherence to democratic principles.
“The Committee’s work, thus far, has been nothing short of impressive,” the former President stated, stressing that key milestones have been achieved under a firm commitment to zero tolerance for opacity. According to him, this approach has not only ensured transparency but has also “guarded religiously the sanctity of the process.”
Political observers say the commendation from Nana Akufo-Addo reflects growing confidence within the party in the credibility of the internal electoral process, as the NPP prepares to elect a flagbearer for the next general election.
The Presidential Election Committee is chaired by Hon. Joseph Osei-Owusu, a former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, whose leadership has been widely credited for the orderly, inclusive and principled manner in which the Committee has discharged its duties. Under his stewardship, the Committee has consistently emphasised fairness, stakeholder engagement and strict compliance with party regulations.
Party insiders describe the Committee’s work as a strong signal of the NPP’s commitment to democratic values and internal accountability, with the presidential primary drawing closer.
