The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has formed an 11-member committee to probe its loss in the 2024 general elections.
Chaired by former Speaker of Parliament, Prof. Mike Oquaye, the committee is tasked with analyzing the factors behind the party’s defeat and proposing solutions to strengthen its future prospects, as reported by Citi Newsroom.
According to NPP General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua, the committee has been given a three-month mandate to review internal party elections, evaluate campaign strategies, and identify key challenges that contributed to the loss.
The findings will be presented to the party’s National Council for consideration and action.
The 2024 elections marked a significant political shift, with former President John Dramani Mahama reclaiming the presidency after securing a decisive victory over the NPP’s candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
The Electoral Commission (EC) announced on December 9 that Mahama garnered 6,328,397 votes, representing 56.55% of the valid votes cast. In contrast, Bawumia received 4,657,304 votes, or 41.61%.
Mahama’s victory was accompanied by substantial gains for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), which secured a majority in Parliament.
Over 180 parliamentary seats have been confirmed for the NDC, including constituencies that were previously strongholds of the NPP.
This outcome not only bolsters Mahama’s mandate but also positions the NDC with significant legislative power as he prepares to assume office.
The NPP’s loss has raised concerns about its campaign approach and internal dynamics. The establishment of the committee reflects the party’s commitment to introspection and rebuilding.
By identifying areas for improvement, the NPP aims to regain political strength and address voter concerns ahead of future elections.
Prof. Oquaye’s leadership of the committee brings extensive political experience and insight to the task.
His role will be crucial in ensuring a thorough examination of the issues that contributed to the party’s performance in the 2024 elections.
The committee’s work is expected to set the foundation for strategic reforms within the NPP as it seeks to recover from this significant electoral setback. The findings and recommendations from the investigation will likely shape the party’s approach to re-engaging with voters and rebuilding its political momentum.