Joyce Osei Owusu Larbie, Acting First Vice Chairperson
The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has embarked on a major reorganisation aimed at reclaiming its historic legacy and positioning the party to contest for political power in the country.
The Council of Elders, led by Senior Comrade Christian Zigah-Buce, swore in carefully selected Acting National Officers to assist in steering the party through what it described as a “serious constitutional exercise” to rebuild its structures from polling stations to the national level.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Zigah-Buce acknowledged that the party has faced decades of organisational challenges that now pose a threat to its existence.
According to him, the reorganisation aims to restore proper structures in accordance with the CPP’s Charter and Ghanaian electoral laws, while mobilising resources, funding, and logistics to execute the mission effectively.
He praised the outgoing Acting National Officers, led by Comrade Wing Commander Nelson Patrick Sorgborgor, for their 19 months of service in maintaining the party’s affairs.
The leader of the Council of Elders urged all members to actively participate in the reorganisation, harnessing their commitment, volunteerism, and dedication to reconstruct a party capable of championing the political and economic interests of the Ghanaian masses.
Guest speaker, Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, emphasised that the exercise is not merely administrative but a revival of the party’s ideological foundation.
“It is about reclaiming a legacy. It is about restoring a movement,” he said, urging members to return to “true Nkrumahism”, which he said is grounded in social justice, self-reliance, Pan-Africanism, and scientific socialism.
Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe called for policies that address unemployment, inequality, education, healthcare, and industrialisation, and for the CPP to be the voice of ordinary Ghanaians rather than an echo of the political establishment.
He also highlighted the need for unity within the Nkrumahist tradition, stressing that past divisions have weakened the party and confused supporters.
Reconciliation, dialogue, and placing the collective interest above individual ambition were presented as essential for the party’s resurgence, he intimated.
He added that grassroots mobilisation was another key focus, calling the party to rebuild strong connections with farmers, workers, traders, and youth.
Nyaho-Tamakloe further stressed investing in youth leadership and political education, noting that empowering the next generation is critical to the party’s survival and long-term relevance.
A Daily Guide Report