The National Democratic Congress has repositioned its annual June commemorations into a broader campaign focused on institutional renewal, civic education, and governance reform, launching what it calls “NDC Month” with activities spread across the country.
Speaking at the party’s headquarters in Adabraka, Accra on Friday, May 15, 2026, General Secretary Fifi Fiavi Kwetey said this year’s observance goes beyond tradition, framing the June 4 legacy as a call to strengthen state institutions and deepen accountability in public life.
He said the month-long programme, themed “Strengthening State Institutions: Lessons from the June 4, 1979 Uprising,” is designed to connect historical political lessons to present-day governance challenges, particularly under what he described as the party’s ongoing “Reset Agenda.”
According to him, the agenda aligns with efforts linked to President John Dramani Mahama, and is aimed at restoring public trust in institutions, improving transparency, and reinforcing discipline in leadership and public administration.
The party also used the occasion to highlight the legacy of former President Jerry John Rawlings, describing him as central to the ideological foundation of the NDC and a symbol of probity, accountability, and social justice in Ghana’s political development.
Rather than a single-day commemoration, the programme will unfold across several regions, blending political education with public engagement. Key events include a June 3 public lecture in the Banda Constituency examining the institutional impact of the June 4 uprising.
On June 4, a remembrance ceremony featuring a durbar of chiefs, wreath-laying, and flag-raising will be held in the Bono Region to honour the historical uprising.
June 10 will be marked as NDC Day, focusing on ideological education and the participation of youth and women in politics, while June 19 will be observed in Kumasi as Cadres Day, reflecting on grassroots responsibility and transparency in governance.
The month will conclude on June 22 with Founder’s Day activities, including plans to rename the party headquarters in honour of Rawlings and unveil a bust celebrating his contribution to the party and national politics.
Fifi Kwetey stressed that the initiative is intended to be more than ceremonial, describing it as a structured effort to deepen civic consciousness, promote unity within the party, and encourage broader public engagement in governance discourse.
He called on members, supporters, and the general public to actively participate, urging discipline, patriotism, and a renewed commitment to strengthening Ghana’s democratic institutions.
