Chairman of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) newly inaugurated National Elections Committee, Frederick Opare-Ansah, has assured party members that the committee will oversee a transparent, fair and credible electoral process ahead of the party’s National Conference to elect new national executives.
Speaking on behalf of the committee after its inauguration, the former Member of Parliament for Suhum expressed appreciation to the party leadership for the confidence placed in the team and pledged to execute the mandate with professionalism and integrity.
Mr Opare-Ansah said the committee understands the importance of the task before it, noting that its responsibility goes beyond organising elections to protecting the democratic principles, unity and credibility of the party.
“We recognise the enormous responsibility entrusted to us. We are determined to ensure that every stage of the process is conducted with fairness, transparency, integrity and strict adherence to the Constitution and the rules governing the elections,” he said.
He urged all aspirants, party executives and members to cooperate with the committee by respecting the party’s electoral guidelines and procedures throughout the process.
Mr Opare-Ansah further disclosed that the committee would engage regularly with stakeholders to promote transparency, build confidence and address concerns that may emerge before and during the elections.
While acknowledging that internal elections are naturally competitive, he stressed the need for the process to strengthen the party rather than create divisions.
“Our objective is not merely to conduct successful elections but to leave the party stronger, more united and better positioned for the important national task ahead. Every contestant and every delegate must have confidence that the process will be impartial and that every vote will count,” he stated.
He further assured party members that the committee would operate independently and without fear or favour, adding that fairness and equal treatment for all contestants would remain the guiding principles of its work.
The National Elections Committee has been tasked with planning, organising and supervising all activities leading to the NPP’s National Conference, including conducting the election of national officers in accordance with the party’s constitution and electoral regulations.
The committee is chaired by Frederick Opare-Ansah, with Member of Parliament for Atiwa East, Abena Osei Asare, serving as Vice Chairperson, while Evans Nimako serves as Secretary. Other members include Madam Oboshie Sai Cofie, Anthony Abayifa Karbo, Salam Ama Appianin Damata, Eric Ntori, the incoming Ashanti Regional Chairman after the regional elections, and Frank Davies, Esq.
Source: adomonline.com
