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The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has defended its decision to expel former Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Frimpong-Boateng, insisting that party rules must be enforced without exception. According to the party, disciplinary actions are necessary to protect its integrity and ensure internal cohesion.
Speaking on Channel 247’s Newzroom programme, the Deputy General Secretary of the NPP, Haruna Mohammed, said the party would not hesitate to sanction any member who flouts its guidelines, regardless of status or seniority. He stressed that loyalty and discipline remain core principles of the party.
“We need positive members, not negative members,” Haruna Mohammed stated, adding that the NPP operates strictly by laid-down rules. He explained that once a member breaches those rules, the party is compelled to act in the interest of its collective values and image.
Responding to concerns about selective justice within the party, Haruna Mohammed said the NPP had earlier granted amnesty to members who were suspended or facing disciplinary proceedings. He noted that the amnesty came with a clear warning to all members to desist from actions that could bring the party into disrepute.
He further cautioned that the amnesty period has ended, and the party leadership is now prepared to “crack the whip” on indiscipline. “Nobody is bigger than the party at any level,” he emphasized, reiterating the NPP’s resolve to enforce its rules strictly going forward.
Addressing fears that the expulsions and disciplinary measures could weaken the party ahead of the upcoming presidential primaries, Haruna Mohammed dismissed such claims. He pointed out that the NPP has previously suspended top officials and still remained strong, describing the party as one governed by law and order.
On preparations for the January 31 presidential primary, the Deputy General Secretary assured members and the public that adequate measures have been put in place to guarantee a free and fair process. He said the Presidential Elections Committee and the Intra-Party Advisory Committee have been working closely with aspirants to ensure transparency.
Haruna Mohammed added that security arrangements, guidelines for conduct, and electoral processes such as balloting and ballot printing have all been agreed upon by stakeholders. He expressed confidence that the party would emerge from the primaries united and focused on the broader goal of winning the next general election.
