The Council of Elders of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has directed party members to halt all forms of premature presidential campaign activities, stressing that the party’s immediate priority is supporting the government’s governance agenda rather than internal political contests.
The directive follows a meeting between the Council and President John Dramani Mahama on May 29, during which issues of party unity, discipline, and the implementation of the government’s “Resetting Agenda” were discussed.
In a statement issued after the meeting, the Council expressed concern over reports that some individuals and groups within the party had begun engaging in activities aimed at positioning potential presidential contenders ahead of the party’s official processes.
According to the Council, such actions risk creating unnecessary divisions within the party at a time when the government is focused on national development and economic recovery.
The Council emphasized that all members are expected to dedicate their efforts to supporting the administration’s policies and programmes aimed at improving the lives of Ghanaians, rather than pursuing activities that could distract from governance.
It reminded members that the NDC Constitution clearly outlines the procedures and timelines for selecting a presidential candidate and noted that responsibility for setting the timetable for presidential primaries rests with the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC).
Until the NEC formally announces guidelines and schedules for the process, the Council stated that no individual, group, or faction has the authority to campaign, mobilize support, seek endorsements, or undertake any activity related to a future presidential contest.
The Council therefore instructed all persons involved in such activities to stop immediately and adhere to the party’s constitutional provisions.
Reaffirming its commitment to party cohesion, the Council urged members to remain united and focused on helping the government fulfil its mandate, stressing that opportunities for internal competition would come at the appropriate constitutional time.
The statement concluded by reminding party faithful that the success of the Mahama administration and the implementation of the NDC’s policy agenda should remain the party’s overriding objective in the current political climate.
