NPP warns aspirants premature campaigning could jeopardise eligibility for primaries

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has cautioned prospective parliamentary candidates that initiating their campaign before the party sets a timetable could jeopardize their ability to participate in the upcoming parliamentary primaries. In a statement released on Sunday, October 11, 2026, General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong highlighted complaints that certain potential candidates had begun campaigning in various constituencies ahead of the official selection process.

The NPP has issued a directive requiring all prospective candidates, their agents, and supporters to immediately cease all campaign activities. This includes stopping the display of posters, billboards, and banners; organizing rallies and constituency tours; and distributing items or other incentives to delegates and party members. Additionally, the party has prohibited paid media and social media advertisements aimed at promoting individual candidates.

Party officials at polling stations, electoral areas, constituencies, regions, and at the national level have been warned against promoting candidates online or facilitating premature campaigns. The party asserts that such activities breach its regulations, create an unfair advantage, and undermine the unity and discipline necessary for its success.

Non-compliance with the directive would result in disciplinary action under the party's regulations and Code of Conduct, potentially impacting candidates' eligibility to contest in the primaries.

The NPP promised to announce the timetable and guidelines for the parliamentary selection process soon. It has also directed constituency and regional executives to ensure strict adherence to the directive.