The Ashanti Regional Minister for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Simon Osei Mensah, has issued a stern warning to party members participating in the forthcoming elections.
During a media address, he emphasized that it is imperative for party members to arrive at the election grounds without wearing or displaying paraphernalia associated with any specific candidate.
He further indicated that individuals who violate this directive will face consequences for their actions, as strict measures will be taken against them.
“Party members should be aware that the use of vuvuzelas and ‘soloku’ is prohibited at the election grounds. No one should be observed wearing a candidate’s paraphernalia. Those who disregard this directive will face disciplinary action and will not be exempt from the consequences of their actions,” he added.
The party’s upcoming presidential primary is scheduled for November 4, 2023.
This crucial event aims to determine the party’s flagbearer for the upcoming 2024 general elections.
The election will be conducted across all 16 regions of the country, representing a significant milestone in the party’s democratic process.
The presidential primary features a spirited competition among four candidates, each vying for the NPP’s coveted nomination.
These contenders are Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Member of Parliament for Assin, Dr. Owusu Akoto Afriyie, former MP for Mampong, Francis Addai-Nimoh, and Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, who hails from the Central Region.