Joseph Osei-Owusu
THE NEW Patriotic Party (NPP) has imposed a strict ban on all campaign-related materials, ahead of its July 19, 2025 National Annual Delegates’ Conference at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
Speaking at a press briefing yesterday in Accra, Chairman of the Planning Committee for the 2025 National Annual Delegates’ Conference, Joseph Osei-Owusu said the ban on the posters, banners and billboards among others are all aimed at maintaining order, neutrality, and focus during the event.
He said, “There shall be no billboards, banners, posters, flyers, T-shirts, or souvenirs with aspirant branding allowed at the venue or within Accra.”
According to the Chairman, the event which is expected to draw thousands of party delegates nationwide would ensure all forms of campaign activities are prohibited within the conference venue precinct.
“To enforce compliance, the party has set up a grounds and operations team with compliance monitors to patrol the conference grounds and surrounding areas. All prohibited campaign materials will be removed and destroyed by the team,” he added.
Mr. Osei-Owusu further stated that the move also seeks to create a level playing field, prioritising party unity and strategic decision making during the conference.
A total of 5,675 delegates are expected to attend the two-day National Annual Delegates’ Conference of the New Patriotic Party, as the race for the party’s flagbearer slot begins in earnest.
Among the key contenders for the race are Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who would face the likes of former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, former Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, and former Minister of Agriculture and current Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong.
By Prince Fiifi Yorke