The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has held a balloting session for its flagbearer hopefuls for the upcoming special delegates conference on August 26.
The balloting, which took place today, July 26, 2023, saw Kennedy Agyapong securing the first slot, followed closely by Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen in the second position.
Other candidates who participated in the balloting were Joe Ghartey, Kwadwo Poku, Dr Owusu Afriyie Akoto, Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, Francis Addai Nimoh, Dr Kofi Konadu Apraku, Boakye Kyeremanteng Agyarko, and Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.
Interestingly, Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia secured the 10th position, adding an element of anticipation to the upcoming conference.
Below is the list.
- Ken Ohene Agyapong
- Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen
- Joe Ghartey
- Kwadwo Poku
- Dr Owusu Afriyie Akoto
- Kwabena Agyei Agyepong
- Francis Addai Nimoh
- Dr Kofi Konadu Apraku
- Boakye Kyeremanteng Agyarko
- Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
On August 26, the NPP will trim down the list of its presidential aspirants from 10 to five, following the party’s constitutional guidelines.
The special delegates conference holds significant importance as it will play a crucial role in determining the party’s flagbearer for the 2024 polls.