The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially referred former Deputy Majority Leader and ex-Minister of State, Sarah Adwoa Safo, to its National Disciplinary Committee for breaching the party’s directives.
The NPP General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, in a statement issued yesterday, cited Adwoa Safo’s recent media comments, particularly on Joy News’ Pulse show, as a violation of the party’s directive that bars members from making statements that could create disaffection.
The statement emphasised that the directive was aimed at maintaining discipline, loyalty, and unity within its ranks as it works towards rebuilding its image.
It further referenced Article 3(5) of the NPP constitution, which mandates members to promote and defend the party’s good name.
According to the statement, Ms Adwoa Safo’s failure to adhere to these principles has necessitated her referral to the National Disciplinary Committee for further action.
This development adds to the ongoing internal challenges within the NPP as it seeks to maintain party cohesion ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Airing internal grievances in the Media
The NPP had issued a directive to its members, urging them to refrain from discussing internal party matters in the media that could lead to disaffection and unrest.
This followed the party’s humiliating defeat in the 2024 general election, which has left many members expressing their frustration and disappointment publicly.
In earlier statement also issued yesterday by Mr. Justin Kodua Frimpong, the NPP emphasised the need for calm and unity among members, citing the party’s Constitution under Article 10(7)(5), which mandates coordination of party activities.
The directive called for an immediate halt to media discussions that could tarnish the party’s image or create divisions.
The statement also reminded members of Article 3(5) of the NPP Constitution, which enjoins all party faithful to promote and defend the good name of the party.
“Let us uphold the values of the NPP and work together to rebuild a stronger party for the future,” the statement read.
To enforce this directive, the party leadership at the national, regional, and constituency levels has been tasked with referring any violators to the appropriate disciplinary committees.
This move is seen as a step towards fostering unity and rebuilding the party’s strength in preparation for future challenges.
The NPP leadership has called on all members to remain focused on the party’s core values and work collaboratively to restore its standing.
Adwoa Safo calls NPP’s bluff
Meanwhile, Ms Adwoa Safo has called NPP’s bluff, insisting the main opposition party cannot stop party faithful from airing their grievances.
“Who is the NPP General secretary to tell us not to speak? When he was doing a Media tour from radio stations to TV stations explaining himself after our defeat in order to gain solidarity from party executives to maintain his position who questioned him? Nobody can shut my mouth not to talk. The General secretary should know very well that he has an election coming and must not be allowed for people to manipulate him,” Ms. Adwoa Safo stated.
