Akufo-Addo working against NPP early primaries secretly – NPP group drops BOMSHELL

A pressure group within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), known as the Patriotic Movement, has accused former President Nana Akufo-Addo of quietly working behind the scenes to overturn the party’s recent decision to hold early presidential primaries and expand the electoral college.

According to the group, Akufo-Addo is allegedly lobbying individuals and factions within the party to oppose these proposed changes during the upcoming National Executive Council (NEC) meeting scheduled for Monday.

They claim his motive is to retain significant influence over the party’s internal affairs, including leadership selection and strategic decisions. By advocating for delayed primaries, the group says, Akufo-Addo is positioning himself to steer the process in favor of his preferred candidates.

In a press release, the Patriotic Movement described this as a calculated attempt to shape the future of the party to serve his personal agenda.

Back in June, the NPP resolved to hold its presidential primary earlier than usual, setting the date for January 31. This approach, which also includes the participation of former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), was widely praised as a strategic move to resolve internal tensions and foster party cohesion.

A Delegates Conference on July 19 is expected to officially confirm this decision.

The Patriotic Movement, however, is warning Akufo-Addo not to sabotage efforts aimed at unifying the party ahead of the 2028 general elections. They believe that early primaries and a more inclusive voting structure are essential steps toward long-term party unity.

They are also calling on all key stakeholders—including former President John Agyekum Kufuor and Akufo-Addo himself—to rally behind this push for greater inclusiveness and internal harmony.

The group’s claims have added a new layer of tension within the NPP, raising concerns about how internal disagreements might affect the party’s readiness for future elections.