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Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey

Also known as: Mr Kwetey · Mr Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey · Fiifi Fiave Kwetey · Michael Tetteh Kwetey

Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey — NDC figure who raised concerns about party members holding simultaneous government and party positions in May 2026.

2026-05-152026-10-19

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Michael Tetteh Kwetey, a contender for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship, has picked Number 1 on the ballot paper ahead of the party’s regional elections scheduled for November 2026. …

    Michael Tetteh Kwetey picks Number 1 on ballot for NDC Greater Accra Chairmanship race
  3. Joy Online

    Michael Tetteh Kwetey has officially filed his nomination to contest the Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship position of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), taking a significant step towards his ambition of leading the party in the region. …

    Tetteh Kwetey files nomination for NDC Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship
  4. August 2026
  5. Joy Online

    Michael Tetteh Kwetey, a former Constituency Secretary and Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has announced his intention to contest the party’s Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship when nominations are opened. …

    Michael Tetteh Kwetey to contest NDC Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship
  6. June 2026
  7. Joy Online

    … Mr Fiifi Fiave Kwetey, General Secretary of the NDC, underscored the importance of expanding cadre membership to include more young people and equipping them with the movement’s core values. …

    Vigilance, positive defiance key to environmental protection – Asiedu Nketia
  8. Joy Online

    … Madam Hajia Adisa and Mr Tchinatchi Hogan jointly laid the wreath for women and the youth, while Mr Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey, General Secretary of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) laid the wreath in memory of the late former President Rawlings. …

    Opoku-Agyemang leads 47th commemoration of June 4 Uprising
  9. May 2026
  10. Joy Online

    … When Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey recently cautioned against the growing practice where political appointees simultaneously seek to enjoy influential party positions while serving in government, he was not merely making an administrative point. …

    Opinion: Mahama must reshuffle his cabinet now to save the NDC from internal cracks
  11. Joy Online

    … Addressing a press conference in Accra, Mr Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey, General Secretary of the NDC, said the annual observance was instituted to provide an opportunity for reflection, remembrance and recommitment to the ideals upon which the party was founded. …

    NDC begins ‘Party Month’, urges members to embrace patriotism
  12. Joy Online

    … Even within the current NDC government, prominent figures such as Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, who was acquitted in the high-profile ambulance procurement case in July 2024, and NDC General Secretary Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey, who has faced political scrutiny in the past, wer …

    Wontumi’s Campaign condemns Presidential Staffer’s remarks over comments on ongoing court case
  13. Joy Online

    … Even within the current NDC government, prominent figures such as Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, who was acquitted in the high-profile ambulance procurement case in July 2024, and NDC General Secretary Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey, who has faced political scrutiny in the past, wer …

    Wontumi’s campaign team condemns presidential staffer’s remarks over ongoing court case
  14. Joy Online

    … Addressing the media on Friday, May 15, the General Secretary of the NDC, Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey, said this year’s observance would honour the enduring ideals associated with the June 4, 1979 uprising and its impact on Ghana’s democratic development. …

    NDC announces nationwide activities for June 4 commemoration

Saturday 17 October

  1. NDC candidate picks ballot Number 1 for Greater Accra regional chair

    Michael Tetteh Kwetey, a contender for the National Democratic Congress Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship, has picked Number 1 on the ballot ahead of the party's regional elections scheduled for November 2026. He described the position as symbolic, representing unity, hard work, and a new direction for the NDC in the region.

    17 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 15 October

  1. Michael Tetteh Kwetey files for NDC Greater Accra chairmanship nomination

    Michael Tetteh Kwetey has filed his nomination to contest the Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship position of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), submitting his nomination forms at the NDC Greater Accra Regional Office.

    15 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 22 August

  1. Michael Tetteh Kwetey eyes NDC Greater Accra Regional Chair

    Former NDC Constituency Secretary and Chairman Michael Tetteh Kwetey has announced his intention to contest the party's Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship, citing calls from party supporters and his years of service to the party.

    22 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. NDC chairman urges vigilance and defiance in environmental protection

    Johnson Asiedu Nketia, National Chairman of the NDC, has called for heightened vigilance and positive defiance to protect the environment, urging communities to resist political or foreign influence that could lead to environmental degradation and challenging Unit Committees to enforce bye-laws against activities such as mining, fishing, sand winning, logging, and chain sawing.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

  1. Vice President leads 47th June 4 Uprising commemoration

    Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang laid a wreath at Banda-Ahenkro to mark the 47th anniversary of the June 4 Uprising, which was staged in 1979 by former President Jerry John Rawlings to strengthen probity, accountability and social justice. The ceremony included wreath-laying, a perpetual flame lighting, and a parade by students, with the event themed "Strengthening State Institutions: Lessons from the June 4, 1979 Uprising."

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 18 May

  1. NDC figures warn of internal tensions, call for cabinet reshuffle

    Senior NDC members including Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey and Mustapha Gbande have raised concerns about party members simultaneously holding government and influential party positions, with some appointees appearing more focused on personal political futures than supporting President Mahama's agenda. The party has issued a directive banning such dual positioning.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 17 May

  1. NDC launches month-long observance of June 4 Uprising

    The National Democratic Congress launched "NDC Month" (May 15–June 22) to mark the June 4 Uprising, featuring lectures, commemorative ceremonies and educational activities across Ghana, culminating in the Bono Region. The General Secretary said the observance provides an opportunity to reflect on and recommit to the party's founding ideals of patriotism, sacrifice, accountability and selflessness.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 16 May

  1. Wontumi campaign rejects presidential staffer's criticism of court cases

    The Communication Directorate of the Wontumi Campaign has criticised remarks allegedly made by presidential staffer Rosemond Obeng suggesting that no serious political party would allow someone with active court cases to contest for chairmanship. The campaign's response cited historical examples including Kwame Nkrumah and Jerry John Rawlings to argue that legal challenges do not disqualify leaders from public office.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Wontumi campaign rejects staffer's criticism of chairman's court cases

    The Wontumi Campaign has condemned remarks by presidential staffer Rosemond Obeng suggesting that no serious party would allow someone with active court cases to contest for chairmanship. The campaign argues that legal challenges do not disqualify leaders from public office, citing historical examples including Ghana's first President Kwame Nkrumah and Jerry John Rawlings.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 15 May

  1. NDC plans nationwide June 4 commemoration activities

    The National Democratic Congress announced a series of nationwide activities throughout June to commemorate the June 4, 1979 uprising, involving party members, traditional authorities, community leaders, youth groups, and civil society organisations. The party's General Secretary said the observance honours the enduring ideals of the uprising and its impact on Ghana's democratic development.

    15 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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