The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has acknowledged that the party is still dealing with the emotional and political weight of its defeat in the December 7, 2024, general elections.
In a New Year message to party supporters, Mr Kodua described the past year as a difficult period for members and sympathisers, many of whom are still struggling to process the loss of power.
He noted that while the disappointment remains real, it does not define the future of the party or erase its long-standing contribution to Ghana’s development.
According to him, the NPP has weathered challenging moments in the past and has always found a way to regroup through unity and discipline.
“The past year has tested us deeply,” he said.
Mr Kodua revealed that the party has already begun taking practical steps to address shortcomings exposed by the elections.
He said internal reforms are underway to strengthen the NPP’s structures and improve how it organises from the grassroots to the national level.
Among the measures being considered are constitutional amendments, the creation of a training and research hub known as the Patriotic Institute, and the revival of the party’s membership dues system.
These reforms, he explained, are intended to build a more efficient and responsive party ahead of future elections.
Looking ahead, the General Secretary outlined a busy year for the NPP, including a presidential primary, nationwide internal elections, and a reconciliation and unity campaign to heal internal cracks.
He assured members that all internal processes will be conducted transparently.
He also urged party faithful to avoid factionalism and internal attacks, warning that division could weaken the party’s rebuilding efforts.
Mr Kodua praised the Minority in Parliament and grassroots supporters for remaining committed despite the loss, expressing confidence that the NPP will regroup and return stronger.
