William Yamoah, Secretary to the Presidential Elections Committee
By Bright Philip Donkor
The New Patriotic Party has successfully conducted its official balloting exercise ahead of the upcoming presidential primary scheduled for January 31, 2026. The exercise, which took place under the supervision of the party’s Presidential Elections Committee, in collaboration with officials of the Electoral Commission, determined the order in which the aspirants would appear on the ballot paper.
In a statement issued and signed by William Yamoah, Secretary to the Presidential Elections Committee, the party noted that the process was held in a transparent and orderly manner.
Successful exercise
The statement said, “The Presidential Elections Committee of the New Patriotic Party, in collaboration with officials of the Electoral Commission of Ghana, has successfully conducted the balloting exercise for the Party’s Presidential Candidates ahead of the January 31, 2026, Presidential Primary.”
The party announced that Ken Ohene Agyapong, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, and Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong would appear on the ballot in that order.
The statement expressed gratitude to all aspirants and their representatives, as well as the Electoral Commission, for their cooperation throughout the process.
It stated, “The Committee extends its profound appreciation to all Presidential Candidates, their representatives, and the officials of the Electoral Commission for their cooperation.”
Fairness, accountability
Speaking o this paper shortly after the completion of the balloting exercise, Mr. William Yamoah emphasised that the process demonstrated the NPP’s strong adherence to the values of fairness and accountability that had long defined its internal electoral systems.
According to him, “The Presidential Elections Committee reaffirms its unwavering commitment to transparency, fairness and the highest democratic standards in the conduct of the presidential primary.”
He noted that the peaceful and successful completion of the balloting exercise was a testament to the NPP’s maturity as a democratic institution and its dedication to credible and orderly internal processes.
Mr. Yamoah added that the exercise had set the stage for a competitive, yet unified, contest ahead of the January 2026 primaries, expressing confidence that the party’s internal democracy would continue to serve as a model for other political organisations in the country.
He reiterated that the party’s priority was to ensure a credible, peaceful and inclusive primary that would reflect the will of its members, strengthens its democratic credentials, and preserves the unity and cohesion of the NPP ahead of the 2026 general elections.
Goodwill message
Mr. William further extended his best wishes to all five presidential aspirants of the party as they prepare for primary scheduled for January 31, 2026.
He described the impending contest as not merely a contest of ambition but a reaffirmation of the NPP’s deep-rooted commitment to democratic principles and internal party unity. He observed that the race symbolised the strength of the party’s democratic culture and the diversity of ideas that continued to shape its growth and resilience.
He noted that each of the aspirants brings to the table a distinctive vision, wealth of experience, and renewed energy that reflect the intellectual breadth and leadership depth within the party. He encouraged them to conduct their campaigns with decorum and mutual respect while ensuring that their supporters remained peaceful and guided by the collective interest of the party.
Mr. Yamoah emphasised that although only one candidate would ultimately emerge as flagbearer to lead the party into the 2028 general elections, all five aspirants had already made remarkable contributions to strengthening the democratic spirit of the NPP. He underscored the importance of maintaining unity and solidarity throughout the process, noting that every aspirant’s participation enriches the internal democratic conversation and fortifies the party’s readiness for national leadership.
He expressed optimism that the will of the delegates would prevail, and that the NPP would emerge from the primary more cohesive, focused, and prepared to continue its mission of national transformation. According to him, the strength of the NPP lies in its ability to transform competition into collaboration and diversity into shared purpose, ensuring that the party remains a formidable force ahead of the 2028 elections.
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