Tensions deepening within the Wulensi NDC

Tensions are rising within the Wulensi branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Northern Region as some suspended members demand the reversal of what they call an unconstitutional action by constituency executives.

At a press conference in Kanjo on Sunday, June 15, the group, calling itself Concerned Suspended Loyal Members, accused the executives of violating party rules by suspending 96 members without due process or fair hearing.

“We demand the immediate reversal of the suspension and a public apology to all affected members,” said Seth Augustus Tangnun, secretary of the group. “The suspension violates Article 48 Clause 123 of our party constitution, which guarantees fair hearing, due process, and proper communication. This is not discipline; it is political persecution.”

The suspended members explained that their support for an independent candidate in the 2024 parliamentary elections was strategic, as the former NDC MP had lost touch with the grassroots. They claim their support helped secure a win, as the independent MP now aligns with the NDC in Parliament.

The 2024 elections exposed divisions in the Wulensi NDC, despite reconciliation efforts by former presidential candidate John Dramani Mahama. After the elections, those who backed the independent candidate were sanctioned by the constituency executives.

Last week, the same executives protested the appointment of a new NADMO District Coordinator, claiming the person was not an NDC member and got the job through the influence of the independent MP.

But the suspended group dismissed the claims, describing the coordinator as a committed NDC member who deserved the appointment.

They say their suspension is hurting party unity and reaffirmed their loyalty to the NDC despite what they see as unfair treatment by the local leadership.