\n\t\t\t\t\tThe leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has cautioned its presidential hopefuls against engaging in factional politics, stressing that unity, rather than internal rivalry, will be key to the party\u2019s recovery following its defeat in the 2024 general elections.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tIn a New Year message to party members on January 1, 2026, General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong said that although the upcoming presidential contest is expected to be keenly contested, aspirants must avoid actions that could deepen divisions within the party.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tHe emphasised that the NPP\u2019s strength has always been built on solidarity and collective purpose, not factional dominance.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tMr. Kodua acknowledged that the December 7, 2024 electoral loss remains painful, but insisted the party is far from broken. He noted that the NPP has weathered difficult moments in the past and emerged stronger through unity, discipline, and commitment.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHe disclosed that the party has already commenced a structured rebuilding process, including constitutional reforms, the establishment of the Patriotic Institute for training and research, and preparations for key internal elections, including the presidential primary.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tMr. Kodua assured members that the party\u2019s leadership is committed to conducting free, fair, and transparent internal elections, with reconciliation and unity at the heart of the rebuilding agenda.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHe also commended the Minority in Parliament, led by Alexander Afenyo-Markin, for standing firm in opposition and praised the party\u2019s legal team for defending the NPP\u2019s interests during what he described as challenging times.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe General Secretary urged grassroots members to remain hopeful and steadfast, cautioning against despair despite the loss of political power. He stressed that rebuilding the party will require humility, sacrifice, and collective effort, rather than factional loyalty.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHe reaffirmed the NPP\u2019s commitment to Ghana and called on party members and the general public to embrace peace, unity, and renewal as the party charts its path forward.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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