NDC Releases List of Aspirants, One Name Emerges for Sammy Gyamfi’s Position

Ako Gunn has emerged as the only person listed for the National Communications Officer position in the NDC’s 2026 national executive elections, following the publication of aspirants by the party’s Congress Election Committee.

The development puts him in a position to secure the role without a contest, subject to meeting all the remaining electoral requirements. The committee has stressed, however, that being listed as an aspirant does not mean final approval has been granted or that a winner has been declared.

Ako Gunn declared his intention to seek the position on October 15, pointing to his more than three decades of involvement in the party. His service includes eight years as Deputy National Communications Officer, 12 years as a branch executive and another eight years serving on the Greater Accra Regional Communication Committee.

He also spent four years as chairman of the Okaikoi North Constituency Finance Committee.

In outlining his ambition, he praised Sammy Gyamfi and the outgoing communications team for their work in strengthening the NDC’s media presence, improving panel discussions and organising press conferences across different locations.

He further recognised Sammy Gyamfi, Kwaku Boahen, Malik Basintale, Kakra Essamuah and Obuobia Darko-Opoku for their roles in advancing the party’s communication efforts.

Ako Gunn has also presented a plan aimed at improving communication within the party, particularly at the grassroots level. He intends to train branch and constituency executives to enable them to communicate government policies and achievements more effectively to the public.

According to him, local party officials can play a crucial role in spreading the NDC’s message because they maintain close contact with voters in their communities.

The anticipated leadership transition comes as the governing NDC faces the responsibility of explaining its policies and decisions to Ghanaians while addressing criticism from the opposition.

With Sammy Gyamfi having served as one of the party’s leading public communicators, Ako Gunn’s possible emergence as his successor could mark a significant change in the NDC’s communication structure.

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