Heavy security at Baba Yara Stadium as NPP elects national executives

Heavy security measures are in place at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) convenes its National Delegates Conference to elect new national executives. Police officers from various ranks have been strategically placed in and around the stadium to ensure the safety of delegates, guests, and the venue itself.

Anthony Abayifaa Karbo, the Chairperson of the party’s Organisation Committee, revealed that a force of 3,000 to 4,000 police personnel will be deployed to manage the security for the conference. The officers will be responsible for regulating traffic, securing the accommodations of delegates and guests, and safeguarding the stadium premises.

The NPP expects approximately 7,100 delegates to participate in the election process, which will be overseen by the Electoral Commission (EC). The EC has confirmed that all electoral materials, including ballot papers, are prepared and ready for use. Accredited agents of the candidates will be present to monitor the voting procedure.

To avoid delays, the party has established 31 voting centers within the stadium grounds. The conference will commence with discussions on constitutional and other party matters before the voting commences. Currently, 46 candidates are in contention for the various positions up for election, with Dennis Miracles Aboagye being the sole candidate for the National Communications Director role.

This election comes in the wake of the completion of previous electoral processes, such as polling station, electoral area, constituency, and regional polls. The outcome of the NPP’s National Delegates Conference will determine the party’s national leadership as it gears up for the anticipated 2028 general election.