NPP Delays Adwoa Safo’s Appearance Before Disciplinary Committee

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced the postponement of the disciplinary hearing for Sarah Adwoa Safo, the former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, which was initially scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025. The party communicated this decision through a letter dated April 6, 2025, signed by Honourable Patrick Boamah, the Secretary of the Disciplinary Committee, and William Yamoah, the Director of Finance and Administration at the NPP headquarters. In the letter, the party explained that the delay was due to “emerging scheduling adjustments and internal considerations.” They assured that a new date and time for the hearing would be communicated to all concerned parties in the near future.

The hearing was initially set to take place at the NPP headquarters in Asylum Down, Accra, at 11:00 a.m. on April 7, 2025, as part of an inquiry into an unspecified issue. The letter from the NPP clarified that the disciplinary committee would notify Ms. Safo and her representatives promptly once the rescheduled hearing date was confirmed.

Ms. Sarah Adwoa Safo, who had served as the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection under the Akufo-Addo administration, had been summoned to appear before the disciplinary committee. She had represented Dome-Kwabenya in Parliament for three consecutive terms before stepping down from her ministerial position. The summons, which was initially issued on March 24, 2025, asked her to present any relevant documents or witnesses in relation to the inquiry, giving her the opportunity to defend herself during the proceedings. Additionally, she was informed that she could have legal representation to assist her during the hearing.

Though the exact nature of the inquiry has not been publicly disclosed, it follows a series of public statements made by Ms. Safo earlier this year. In interviews with various media outlets, she accused the leadership of the NPP of undermining her after her return to Parliament in 2023. Safo suggested that certain figures within the party had actively worked against her during her prolonged absence from the legislature and had attempted to remove her from her position. These allegations have added to the internal tensions within the party, highlighting deeper issues of factionalism and power struggles.

Adwoa Safo’s absence from Parliament, which lasted for several months, had generated significant controversy, particularly in the wake of her prolonged leave of absence. During this period, many speculated about the reasons behind her absence and the potential political motives behind her extended break. Safo’s eventual return to Parliament in 2023 was seen by some as a sign of reconciliation, but her public comments about party leadership seemed to indicate unresolved frustrations and a sense of betrayal. Her allegations, which have not been fully substantiated, raised concerns about the internal dynamics of the NPP and its treatment of former members.

The NPP’s decision to postpone the hearing further fuels the speculation surrounding her case, as it has now been delayed indefinitely. The party has not elaborated on the reasons for the scheduling changes, but it has been suggested that internal party matters may be influencing the timing of the disciplinary process. The NPP’s leadership has been under scrutiny in recent months, with various members of the party engaging in disputes over several issues, including leadership and policy decisions. The delay in the hearing could be seen as part of the broader tensions and efforts within the party to address these ongoing challenges.

For now, Ms. Safo remains in the political spotlight as the inquiry into her conduct continues to unfold, albeit without a fixed timeline for the hearing. As the NPP works to resolve these internal conflicts, the case of Sarah Adwoa Safo serves as a reflection of the broader struggles within the party, as well as the challenges that come with maintaining party unity and discipline.