The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman, Fredrick Opare-Ansah, has provided a crucial update regarding Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, and his eligibility to participate in the 2026 NPP national elections. Following reports of Wontumi obtaining nomination forms, the Chairman has clarified a critical aspect of the party’s nomination process, emphasizing the role of the Vetting Committee in determining aspirant eligibility. The initial report indicated that the NPP Secretariat had no authority to prevent the acquisition of nomination forms, a statement that Mr. Opare-Ansah has now addressed.
Mr. Opare-Ansah explained that while the NPP Secretariat had no direct authority to prevent individual aspirants from acquiring nomination forms, the responsibility for evaluating and approving eligibility rests solely with the party’s Vetting Committee. He stated that the Vetting Committee will ultimately decide whether a candidate is cleared to contest, and this determination will be made following a thorough review of their findings.
The clarification came following reports that the Wontumi campaign team had successfully obtained nomination forms, prompting questions regarding the process. According to Mr. Opare-Ansah, the party’s Vetting Committee is the entity responsible for assessing the qualifications of aspirants. He further emphasized that the nomination forms were available online, allowing prospective candidates to download and submit them through the official NPP process. He indicated that he is awaiting the Secretariat’s final report confirming the names of all individuals who have acquired nomination forms, a report that is expected to be finalized by Saturday, August 29th.
The NPP has extended the deadline for the completion of nomination forms by two days, a move intended to provide aspirants with additional time to finalize their nominations and the associated filing processes. This extension was implemented to facilitate a more comprehensive evaluation of the candidate pool and ensure a fair and efficient nomination process. The extension was a strategic decision, according to Saglemi progress, a senior NPP official, to allow for a thorough review of the outstanding forms.
This development follows a recent announcement by the NPP regarding the submission of completed nomination forms by two days, extending the deadline from Thursday, August 27th to Saturday, August 29th. The party has stated that this extension is a necessary measure to give interested aspirants sufficient time to complete the nomination and filing procedures. The focus now shifts to the Vetting Committee’s review of the submitted forms, which will ultimately determine the fate of the candidates vying for the NPP’s leadership positions.
This situation is particularly significant given the recent incarceration of Chairman Wontumi, a prominent figure in the NPP. The extension of the nomination deadline is a direct response to the ongoing scrutiny and investigation surrounding his campaign activities. The NPP is keen to demonstrate its commitment to transparency and accountability within its nomination processes, and this extension represents a key aspect of this effort.
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