The Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Haruna Mohammed, has revealed that the party’s decision to hold its presidential primaries early is a strategic move to boost both local and international engagement.
Speaking in an exclusive interview on Tuesday, June 17, Haruna emphasized that the early primaries—set for January 31, 2026—will give the eventual flagbearer ample time to build relationships with key stakeholders, articulate party policies, and reestablish the NPP’s credibility as a strong opposition force.
“This move is not just internal,” he stated. “It is going to market the candidate well enough to establish strong connections within the international community, the business sector, and stakeholders across the globe.”
The decision follows recommendations from the party’s constitutional review process and is seen as a critical step toward preparing for the 2026 general elections.
Haruna noted that, with the NPP currently holding only 88 seats in Parliament, the party must shift from internal disputes to national engagement. “We need a flagbearer who can drive policy conversations and hold the government accountable,” he said.
According to him, the extended campaign period will help the NPP candidate connect with voters, partners, and institutions well in advance of the elections, giving the party a strategic edge.
The NPP’s early primary date marks a significant change in Ghana’s political calendar and signals the party’s intent to regain political momentum ahead of the next general election.