If he continues to talk foolishly and drag the NPP in the mud, we will castrate him – J. A. Sarbah

J. A. Sarbah has launched a sharp verbal attack on former Acting National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Joseph Danquah Smith Butey, over his recent criticism of amendments adopted by the party.

In an official Facebook post dated October 8, 2026, Sarbah expressed frustration with Butey’s comments, accusing him of making statements that could damage the NPP’s public image and create further divisions within its ranks.

Sarbah urged the former acting chairman to stop making remarks he considers detrimental to the party, using strong language to convey his displeasure.

“Warn Butey to stop giving the party bad press. Enough is enough,” he wrote.

In another part of the post, Sarbah employed a controversial cultural metaphor to criticise Butey, stating: “Circumcision is carried out on infant male children. But castration is carried out on foolish male adults. That is the Ghanaian custom.”

The remarks reflected the intensity of Sarbah’s criticism, although the metaphor and personal language have the potential to shift attention away from the substantive disagreement over the party’s amendment process.

The dispute centres on Butey’s reported position that the NPP should have waited for the courts to determine the legal issues surrounding the amendments before proceeding. His concerns have brought renewed attention to questions of due process, internal party democracy and the relationship between party decisions and ongoing legal proceedings.

Sarbah, however, appears to view Butey’s public criticism as unnecessary and damaging at a time when the party needs to maintain cohesion and prepare for the next electoral cycle.

The NPP has rallied behind Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as its flagbearer, making internal unity an important consideration as party members work towards their political objectives.

The exchange has highlighted the difficulties political parties face in balancing internal criticism with the need to present a united public front. While some members may regard outspoken criticism as necessary for accountability, others may see it as a threat to organisational discipline, particularly when disputes are discussed publicly.

Sarbah’s post has reportedly generated debate online, with some supporters backing his demand for greater discipline and others questioning the tone of his remarks. Critics of the language may argue that personal attacks can deepen divisions rather than encourage constructive engagement.

The disagreement also raises broader questions about how political parties should handle disputes involving constitutional amendments and legal challenges without undermining members’ ability to express legitimate concerns.

Neither Sarbah’s criticism nor the reported disagreement establishes the legal validity or invalidity of the contested amendments. That question depends on the relevant party procedures and any applicable court decisions.

The episode underscores the continuing tensions within the NPP over internal governance, public criticism and the balance between party loyalty and accountability.

Source: J. A. Sarbah, Official Facebook Post, 8 October, 2026

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