Johnson Asiedu Nketia

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Johnson Asiedu Nketia — National Democratic Congress chairman who comments on electoral reforms, governance structures, and party policy.

2026-04-222026-09-19

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September 2026
19 SeptJoy Online
National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has attributed his political journey and current position to the free education policy introduced by Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah. …
Asiedu Nketia: Why I remain an unrepentant Nkrumahist
19 SeptJoy Online
National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has questioned why Ghanaians are not giving Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah the same level of recognition and honour he has received across Africa and the world. …
‘If the world, Africa honoured Nkrumah as the Millennium Man, why are we not doing same?’ – Asiedu Nketia
19 SeptJoy Online
… Among the notable personalities participating in the event are Ellembele Member of Parliament and Chief Convener of Nkrumahfest, Armah-Kofi Buah; NDC National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia; renowned Pan-Africanist, Prof. …
Photos: Nkrumahfest 2026 draws dignitaries as Ghana celebrates Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy
11 SeptDaily Guide
… The report cited the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), which its 10-member board is chaired by the National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, as an example. …
IMF Flags SOEs Board Politicisation
2 SeptJoy Online
National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has claimed that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and countries that previously bought gold from Ghana are unhappy with the government’s gold-purchasing programme. …
IMF, former gold buyers uncomfortable with Ghana’s gold policy – Asiedu Nketia
1 SeptJoy Online
National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has rejected criticisms of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) by the New Patriotic Party (NPP). …
Asiedu Nketia dismisses NPP’s GoldBod criticism as political distraction
August 2026
25 AugJoy Online
… ion of African Sustainability Practitioners (AASuP) under the theme, “A Green Economy Transition in Africa: Building Capacity, Unlocking Potential.” President Mahama will be the Special Guest of Honour, while the Chairman of the National Democratic party NDC Johnson Asiedu Nketia …
Mahama to headline 7th Africa Sustainability Report Summit
19 AugJoy Online
… Mahamudu Bawumia currently holds a measurable electoral advantage over every major potential National Democratic Congress (NDC) contender ahead of the 2028 general elections, according to a new nationwide survey. …
APL poll puts Bawumia ahead of seven potential NDC contenders
19 AugJoy Online
As Ghana looks toward the 2028 general elections, voters say they will prioritise personal character, jobs and impact of the economy on cost of living above all other considerations when choosing the next president. …
Character, jobs and cost of living: APL poll shows what voters will use to decide 2028 election
11 AugJoy Online
National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has called for fundamental reforms within political parties and the judiciary, arguing that the two institutions cannot protect African democracy if they lack credibility, accountability and publi …
Political parties, judiciary must reform themselves to protect Africa’s democracy – Asiedu Nketia

Politics

Asiedu Nketia credits Nkrumah's free education for political career

The News

NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia attributed his education and current position to former President Kwame Nkrumah's free compulsory universal basic education policy, which he said gave him the opportunity to attend school rather than remain with relatives who wanted him to inherit family responsibilities and a cocoa farm. Speaking at NkrumahFest 2026 in Nkroful, he said the policy's impact on his life made him an "unrepentant Nkrumahist" committed to preserving Nkrumah's legacy.

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Asiedu Nketia credits Nkrumah's free education for political career
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia attributed his education and current position to former President Kwame Nkrumah's free compulsory universal basic education policy, which he said gave him the opportunity to attend school rather than remain with relatives who wanted him to inherit family responsibilities and a cocoa farm. Speaking at NkrumahFest 2026 in Nkroful, he said the policy's impact on his life made him an "unrepentant Nkrumahist" committed to preserving Nkrumah's legacy.
6 hours ago · Joy Online →
NDC leader questions why Ghana doesn't honour Nkrumah like Africa does
National Democratic Congress Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has questioned why Ghanaians are not giving Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah the same level of recognition he has received across Africa and the world, arguing that Nkrumah's leadership brought together the separate territories that now constitute Ghana.
6 hours ago · Joy Online →
Nkrumahfest 2026 celebrates Kwame Nkrumah's Pan-African legacy
Ghana's 2026 Nkrumahfest drew political leaders, government officials, and Pan-African advocates to commemorate Ghana's first President and discuss his vision for African unity, economic independence, and industrialisation. The event featured speakers including Prof. P.L.O. Lumumba, Samia Nkrumah (the late leader's daughter), and officials from both ruling and opposition parties.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

IMF flags political control of state enterprise boards
The IMF has raised concerns about the politicisation of boards and chief executive appointments at Ghana's State-Owned Enterprises, saying boards of major SOEs are largely dominated by political appointees, with board chairs frequently being ministers, MPs, or prominent party officials, which the IMF says departs significantly from OECD guidelines that caution against active politicians serving on SOE boards.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 2 September

IMF, former gold buyers unhappy with Ghana's gold policy
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia claimed that the IMF and countries that previously purchased gold from Ghana are uncomfortable with the government's gold-purchasing programme, saying the initiative has attracted international attention and should not be undermined by implementation controversies. He did not provide specific evidence for the claim.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

NDC chairman dismisses NPP attacks on Ghana Gold Board
National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia rejected opposition criticism of the Ghana Gold Board, describing it as political distraction from the government's gold purchase programme. The NPP has questioned the institution's financial performance, with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin citing reported losses of about GH¢1.7 billion, though the GoldBod CEO has rejected the claim.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 25 August

Mahama to keynote 7th Africa Sustainability Summit in Accra
President John Dramani Mahama will be Special Guest of Honour at the 7th Africa Sustainability Report Summit, Exhibition and Awards (AASuP), scheduled for September 24–26, 2026 at the La Palm Royale Beach Hotel in Accra. The three-day event, organised by Think Energy Media and the Association of African Sustainability Practitioners, will bring together policymakers, businesses, and sustainability professionals to explore Africa's transition to a green economy and progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 19 August

APL poll shows Bawumia leading seven NDC contenders
A nationwide survey by Africa Policy Lens, conducted July 27 to August 7, 2026, interviewed 16,963 voters and found Vice Presidential candidate Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia leading in all seven hypothetical one-on-one matchups against potential NDC contenders, securing between 45.7% and 49.9% of national support and winning between 9 and 11 of Ghana's 16 regions in each matchup.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Voters prioritise character, jobs and cost of living in 2028 election
A nationwide survey of 16,963 respondents by Africa Policy Lens found that honesty and integrity were identified as the single most important leadership quality expected of the next president, followed by the ability to create jobs and the impact of the economy on cost of living. The same survey tested Dr. Bawumia against seven potential NDC candidates, with him leading in all matchups.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 11 August

Political parties and judiciary must reform to protect African democracy
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has called for fundamental reforms within political parties and the judiciary, arguing that political parties must function as permanent democratic institutions beyond electoral machines, and the judiciary must remain independent and provide accessible, impartial, timely and credible justice.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Political parties must stop being seasonal electoral machines—Asiedu Nketia
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia called for African political parties to move beyond their focus on winning elections and become permanent institutions for democratic governance, arguing they cannot credibly defend democracy at the national level if they fail to uphold democratic principles within their own structures.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's democracy gains not irreversible, Asiedu Nketia warns
National Democratic Congress Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has cautioned that Ghana's democratic progress could be reversed if political actors and institutions fail to protect democratic gains, noting the country faces threats particularly from election-related violence. He cited Ghana's nine consecutive general elections since 1992 and four peaceful transfers of power between parties as evidence that African governments can lose and regain office through the ballot box.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chairman calls for judicial reforms to strengthen public confidence
Johnson Asiedu Nketia argues that courts must be accessible, timely and credible to effectively protect democracy, citing Ghana's election petitions from 2012 and 2020 as examples of how political disputes move from streets to courtrooms.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 6 August

General Asiedu Nketia impresses viewers in PM Express interview
General Johnson Asiedu Nketia held national attention for nearly two hours on PM Express, demonstrating sharp political commentary and economic knowledge alongside wit and precision. Viewers praised the interview as exemplary political communication, with some calling it a masterclass and others suggesting it should be translated into local languages for wider reach.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 5 August

NPP rejects NDC claim over Mahama third-term debate creation
The NPP has rejected the NDC's claim that it manufactured the debate over President Mahama's eligibility to seek a third term, with the NPP Director of Communications saying the party should not be blamed for a matter before the Supreme Court for constitutional interpretation.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC deputy accuses NPP of creating third-term divisive narrative
The National Democratic Congress Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande has accused the New Patriotic Party of deliberately promoting claims that President John Mahama seeks a third term as a strategy to divide the NDC and revive the opposition party. Gbande dismissed the claims as baseless, stating the narrative is an NPP creation and that any discussion relates to an intellectual and legal debate over constitutional interpretation, not a pursuit of a third presidential term.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC willing to work with Jean Mensa despite removal calls
NDC National Chairman Asiedu Nketia says the party is prepared to work with Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa despite previously calling for her removal, citing changes within the Commission that have reduced her influence.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chair calls MMDCE election proposal a compromise position
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has described the government's proposal on MMDCE elections as a "middle way" between those opposed to any contest and those wanting completely open elections. He stated the proposal is not being forced on anyone and will be subject to parliamentary debate.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chairman says thank-you tour was not campaign
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has dismissed suggestions that his recent thank-you tour was a campaign for a 2028 presidential bid, saying it was instead to resolve grievances within the party and rein in disgruntled members over appointments and recruitment issues.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chairman claims credit for Supreme Court primary system ruling
Johnson Asiedu Nketia, National Chairman of the NDC, says the Supreme Court's decision to abolish the delegate system for selecting presidential and parliamentary candidates aligns with an initiative he introduced within the NDC twelve years ago to democratise the party's internal electoral process. He noted that the NDC had previously adopted a similar approach during its 2014 internal elections.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chair says one-member-one-vote system is practical and legally binding
National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia says the party must comply with the Supreme Court's ruling directing political parties to replace the delegate system with a one-member-one-vote process, arguing the NDC implemented a similar system in 2014 and can adapt to the one-year deadline.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chair warns NPP top-down primary method creates factions
National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia says he cautioned the New Patriotic Party against adopting a top-down approach to its internal elections, warning that defeated presidential aspirants and supporters tend to break into factions after contests. He argues that bottom-up electoral processes with stronger grassroots involvement are necessary for parties to maintain unity after flagbearer elections.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC to resolve branch election challenges within two weeks
The NDC national chairman says the party will address challenges from recent branch elections within two weeks, then proceed with constituency elections in October, regional elections in November, and national elections in December.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 4 August

NDC chairman calls for fixed campaign cutoff periods in Ghana
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has proposed that Ghana adopt a fixed campaign period model, citing Denmark's approach where campaigning is limited to three months before elections. He argues such a system would allow governments to focus on governance for the majority of their term rather than face prolonged campaign distractions.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chair urges state funding for party primary elections
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has called on the government to fund political party primary elections through the Electoral Commission, citing the high cost—the NDC spent close to GH¢14 million on its 2014 one-member-one-vote exercise—and arguing that since the system expands democratic participation, the state should bear the cost.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC chairman says one year sufficient for one-member-one-vote shift
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia says the party can implement a one-member-one-vote system for internal elections within the one-year timeline set by the Supreme Court, citing an existing credible membership register. The Supreme Court recently ruled the delegate system unconstitutional and directed all political parties to replace it with one-member-one-vote within one year.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 July

NDC chairman urges investment in research for economic transformation
Johnson Asiedu Nketia, National Chairman of the NDC, has called for sustained investment in scientific research, innovation and graduate education, arguing that Ghana's economic transformation will depend more on human capital than natural resources. He said countries that fail to prioritise research and innovation risk remaining consumers rather than producers of knowledge and technology.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

Asiedu Nketia leads poll but gain tied to NPP voters
According to Global InfoAnalytics' July tracking poll, NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia and Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson are statistically tied in the race to succeed President Mahama as NDC presidential candidate, with Nketia's marginal lead driven largely by support from NPP voters, while Forson holds an edge among floating voters.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Asiedu Nketia and Ato Forson tied in NDC 2028 leadership race
A poll by GlobalInfo Analytics released July 27 shows National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia and Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson each at 31 per cent as the preferred choice to lead the NDC into the 2028 general elections, with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu at 15 per cent and Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang at 9 per cent.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 26 July

Violence erupts at NDC branch elections in Assin Central
A deputy constituency youth organiser aspirant was assaulted by unidentified men during NDC branch executive elections in Assin Central Constituency, sustaining a fractured neck, eye injury, and suspected spinal injuries. The violence followed a disagreement over alleged electoral irregularities in the women's organiser election, where 25 ballots were counted despite only 17 delegates being announced as present.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →