Ghana’s New Patriotic Party (NPP) has adopted sweeping constitutional reforms aimed at revitalising its internal democracy. At an extraordinary delegates conference in Accra over the weekend, party leaders approved the abolition of the Special Electoral College System.

The reforms also expand the delegate base for selecting the party’s presidential candidate by 40 percent. This move is expected to broaden participation and reduce elite control within the party’s decision-making processes.

The changes follow the NPP’s defeat in the 2024 general elections, which sparked calls for structural change and introspection. Party members described the reforms as necessary to rebuild grassroots trust.

With the next presidential primary set for January 31, 2026, the NPP is aiming to reposition itself for a strong comeback in the 2028 polls.