Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has praised the Presidential Election Committee of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he described as an impressive and transparent execution of its mandate ahead of the party’s presidential primary scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026.
He made the remarks when members of the committee, led by its chairman, Joseph Osei-Owusu, paid a courtesy call on him to present a detailed report on preparations and activities undertaken so far toward the upcoming primary.
According to the former President, the committee’s work has been marked by clarity, openness, and a strict commitment to democratic principles.
“The Committee’s work, thus far, has been nothing short of impressive,” Nana Akufo-Addo said, stressing that key milestones had been achieved under a firm policy of zero tolerance for opacity.
He noted that this approach had not only ensured transparency but had also “religiously guarded the sanctity of the process.”
Political observers say the commendation reflects growing confidence within the party in the credibility of its internal electoral processes.
The Presidential Election Committee, chaired by Mr Osei-Owusu, a former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, has earned widespread commendation for the orderly, inclusive, and principled manner in which it has carried out its duties. Under his leadership, the committee has consistently emphasised fairness, stakeholder engagement, and strict adherence to party regulations.
Party insiders view the committee’s performance as a strong indication of the NPP’s commitment to democratic values and internal accountability as it prepares to elect a flagbearer for the next general election.
With the presidential primary drawing closer, Nana Akufo-Addo’s endorsement is expected to further strengthen confidence among party delegates, aspirants, and the general public in the integrity of the process being led by Mr Osei-Owusu and his team.
