Kwabena Agyepong Calls for Reforms, Presents Proposals to NPP Constitution Review Committee

Former presidential hopeful and senior campaign advisor to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the 2024 elections, Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, has formally submitted a series of constitutional reform proposals to the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Constitution Amendment Committee, chaired by Frank Davies, Esq.

In a memorandum dated April 17, 2025, Agyepong outlined key recommendations aimed at deepening internal democracy, enhancing grassroots participation, and reforming electoral procedures within the party. The proposals were first presented during the NPP’s second quarter National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held at Alisa Hotel on April 16.

Key among Agyepong’s proposals is the call to abolish Article 13(9) of the party’s constitution, which currently mandates the formation of a special electoral college to shortlist presidential aspirants to five. Agyepong contends that the existing system, which involves fewer than 1,000 delegates, is vulnerable to manipulation and fails to reflect the broader will of party members.

“The special electoral college process undermines democratic inclusivity and concentrates power in the hands of a small group,” Agyepong argued. “Our party’s values must be grounded in fairness and broad-based participation.”

In place of this system, he recommends allowing all qualified presidential aspirants to contest in the national delegates’ conference, following appropriate screening. This, he believes, would empower the party’s base and foster greater trust in the process.

Another major proposal is the creation of Constituency Caucuses in each of the 276 constituencies. These caucuses would include all past and present officeholders of the party within the constituency—Members of Parliament, Metropolitan/Municipal/District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), constituency executives, polling station and electoral area coordinators, patrons, and elders.

Agyepong believes these caucuses would not only broaden the party’s consultative structures but also serve as a platform for more inclusive and locally grounded decision-making. “This approach ensures grassroots voices are heard and factored into key party strategies,” he said.

Additionally, Agyepong is advocating for a reordering of the party’s internal election calendar. He proposes that the presidential primaries be held ahead of other internal elections, to ease political tensions and streamline the party’s campaign preparations.

He notes that this proposed adjustment aligns with Article 13(1) of the current NPP constitution and would reduce internal friction by setting a more logical sequence for the party’s various elections.

These reform suggestions come at a time when the NPP is reassessing its structures following its loss in the 2024 general elections, where the party suffered a significant defeat to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), including a major reduction in parliamentary seats.

Agyepong, known for his longstanding advocacy for party reform, expressed hope that the amendment committee would seriously consider his proposals as part of a broader effort to rebuild trust and modernize the NPP’s internal governance.

The Constitution Amendment Committee is currently receiving proposals from party members as it works toward preparing a revised constitutional framework to guide the NPP into future electoral contests.