Eleven members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the People’s National Convention (PNC) have resigned from their positions, opting to establish a new political entity called the People’s National Party (PNP).
This decision stems from their disagreement with a High Court ruling on April 8, which upheld the suspension of the PNC’s General Secretary, Janet Nabla, due to allegations of gross misconduct, insubordination, and incompetence. Additionally, the court reinstated David Apasera as the party’s leader.
In a statement released on April 8, 2024, the PNC declared that the court’s decision marks the conclusion of a three-year leadership crisis that had adversely affected the party.
However, during a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday, April 17, Sulemana Seidu, Interim General Secretary of the PNP, emphasized that the party could not operate effectively under a leader lacking integrity and credibility.
The statement reads:
“It is with great sadness that we announce our decision to leave the People’s National Convention (PNC) and form our own party, the People’s National Party (PNP). The decision to depart from the PNC comes as a result of the fact that we disagree with the ruling of the high court of 8th April 2024 for reinstating individuals whom we believe were rightfully dismissed from leadership positions due to financial malfeasance and misconduct.
“We the members of the National Executive Committee, representing 11 out of 16 regions, disagree with the ruling. We cannot in good conscience allow individuals lacking integrity and credibility to govern our party, especially when the legacy of our founder, Dr. Hilla Limann, is one of sacrifice without blemish.
“As we approach the pivotal elections of 2024, we recognize that credibility is paramount. Our party, the People’s National Party, will uphold the values of honesty, integrity, and transparency. We will not compromise on these principles, nor shall we allow the tarnishing of our founder’s legacy by individuals with stained hands,”.
Mr. Seidu requested ongoing support from the Ghanaian populace as they embarked on this new endeavor.
He emphasized their commitment to upholding the values of integrity and honesty established by Dr. Hilla Limann, and pledged to work tirelessly for the betterment of our nation.
They also introduced the interim leadership team, with Janet Nabla assuming the role of the party’s National Chairman. Other appointees included Francis Oppong as Vice Chairman, Sulemana Seidu as General Secretary, Abdul Kadri Issah as Deputy Secretary, Francis Daasu as National Organiser, Faustina Anane as Deputy Organiser, Jessica Aputare as Treasurer, Zakaria Mohammed as Deputy Treasurer, Patience Lamisi Adams as National Women’s Organiser, Sandra Adepa as Deputy Women’s Organiser, Muniru S. Mohammed as National Youth Organiser, Bright Foto as Deputy Youth Organiser, and Samuel Ayesu as Communication Secretary.
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