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Justin Frimpong Kodua

Also known as: Mr Kodua · JFK · Richard Tweneboah Kodua · Mr Frimpong Kodua

General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, re-elected October 2026 with 4,486 votes to lead NPP toward 2028 general elections.

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … Addressing the congregation, NPP General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua said the party considered it important to hold a thanksgiving service with members of the SDA Church, who observe their day of worship on Saturdays, to thank God for the peaceful conduct of its internal elec …

    NPP holds national thanksgiving service in Goaso after successful internal elections
  3. The Chronicle

    … The development comes as the NPP begins a new four-year leadership cycle under National Chairman John Boadu and General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua, with the party expected to focus on internal reorganisation and preparations for the 2028 general elections. …

    Akomea: I never made any attempt to persuade Bamaba relinquish his position
  4. Joy Online

    … 6, Mr Hayford said reshuffling positions among existing party figures did not constitute political renewal. “You cannot just change somebody’s position and say you have changed the party,” he said. “What has really changed?” Mr Hayford cited the retention of Justin Frimpong Kodua …

    NPP’s new leadership offers no renewal after ‘micro minority’ defeat – NDC’s Abeiku Hayford
  5. The Chronicle

    … Former NPP General Secretary John Boadu was elected National Chairman, while Justin Frimpong Kodua retained the position of General Secretary. …

    NDC Congratulates NPP, Urges National Interest
  6. Joy Online

    … John Boadu was elected National Chairman, while Justin Frimpong Kodua retained the position of General Secretary. …

    NDC congratulates NPP, calls for national interest to rise above party politics
  7. Joy Online

    … Mr Boadu, a former General Secretary of the Party, was elected National Chairman, while Mr Kodua retained his position as General Secretary. …

    Ambassador Boateng congratulates new NPP leadership, urges reconciliation, rebuilding
  8. Joy Online

    … The Caucus recognised the following executives: National Chairman: John Boadu First Vice Chairman: Kojo Fosu Boadu Second Vice Chairman: Henry Nana Boakye Third Vice Chairman: Nana Akomea General Secretary: Justin Frimpong Kodua National Organiser: Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover …

    Diaspora Nasara Caucus congratulates Mohammed Ali Suraj, new NPP executives
  9. Joy Online

    … Justin Frimpong Kodua retained the position of General Secretary with 4,486 votes. …

    Bawumia congratulates John Boadu and new NPP executives, pledges support ahead of 2028
  10. Joy Online

    … Justin Frimpong Kodua retained the position of General Secretary. Other elected executives include Kojo Fosu Boadu as First Vice Chairman, Henry Nana Boakye as Second Vice Chairman, Nana Akomea as Third Vice Chairman, Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover as National Organiser and Alfr …

    ‘No talent should be left out’ – Bawumia pledges inclusive NPP campaign for 2028
  11. Joy Online

    Former Ghanaian Ambassador to China, Edward Boateng, has congratulated John Boadu and Justin Frimpong Kodua on their election and re-election, respectively, as National Chairman and General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). …

    Amb. Edward Boateng congratulates Boadu, Kodua on election wins
Politics

NPP holds thanksgiving service in Goaso after internal elections

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The New Patriotic Party held a national thanksgiving service at an SDA Church in Goaso in the Ahafo Region to thank God for its recent internal elections and to seek divine guidance ahead of the 2028 general elections. NPP leaders including General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua and National Chairman John Boadu addressed concerns about elections held on Saturdays, with flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia expected to speak on the matter if elected president.

18 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 18 October

  1. NPP holds thanksgiving service in Goaso after internal elections

    The New Patriotic Party held a national thanksgiving service at an SDA Church in Goaso in the Ahafo Region to thank God for its recent internal elections and to seek divine guidance ahead of the 2028 general elections. NPP leaders including General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua and National Chairman John Boadu addressed concerns about elections held on Saturdays, with flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia expected to speak on the matter if elected president.

    18 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 7 October

  1. NPP Third Vice Chairman denies persuading First Vice to step down

    Nana Akomea has dismissed reports that he and Second Vice Chairman Henry Nana Boakye sought to persuade First Vice Chairman Kojo Fosu Boadu to relinquish his position in an arrangement affecting the vice-chairmanship election outcome. Akomea said he was absent from the swearing-in due to traffic and could not have negotiated with Kojo Bamba because he was not present during vote counting.

    7 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 5 October

  1. NDC aspirant questions NPP leadership renewal ahead 2028 election

    Ing. Abeiku Hayford, an NDC Deputy General Secretary aspirant, has criticized the New Patriotic Party's newly elected national executives for offering no meaningful renewal, arguing that the retention of familiar figures—including General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua—amounts to mere position-shuffling rather than substantive change. He questioned whether the same leadership that lost the presidency and significant parliamentary seats in 2024 could present a fresh strategy for the 2028 election.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NDC urges NPP's new leadership to prioritize national interest

    The National Democratic Congress has congratulated the newly elected national executives of the New Patriotic Party and urged them to put Ghana's national interest above partisan considerations. The NDC said it remains committed to peaceful political engagement and that the two parties have a collective responsibility to strengthen Ghana's democratic development.

    5 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

  3. NDC congratulates NPP, urges national interest above partisanship

    The NDC has congratulated the NPP on electing its new national executives and called for political actors to prioritize Ghana's national interest over partisan considerations and protect democratic gains.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ambassador Boateng urges NPP leadership to prioritise reconciliation, rebuild

    Edward Akwasi Boateng, a former Ambassador to China, has congratulated the newly elected national executives of the New Patriotic Party and urged them to prioritise reconciliation, rebuild the party's structures, and restore public confidence ahead of the 2028 General Election.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 4 October

  1. Diaspora Nasara Caucus congratulates new NPP national executives

    The Diaspora Nasara Organiser Caucus congratulated the newly elected National Executives of the New Patriotic Party following its National Delegates Conference in Kumasi, with particular congratulations to Alhaji Mohammed Ali Suraj on his election as National Nasara Organiser. The Caucus called on NPP members to support the new executives and work together in unity.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Bawumia pledges support to new NPP leadership for 2028

    Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP's presidential candidate, congratulated the party's newly elected national executives led by John Boadu following Saturday's elections in Kumasi, pledging support to build an inclusive system for the 2028 campaign.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Bawumia pledges inclusive NPP campaign for 2028 elections

    New Patriotic Party leader Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has pledged to ensure no talent within the party is left out of the 2028 campaign, calling on newly elected national executives to build an inclusive system that harnesses members' talents and experience.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Amb. Boateng congratulates Boadu, Kodua on NPP leadership wins

    Former Ambassador Edward Boateng has congratulated John Boadu on his election as NPP National Chairman and Justin Frimpong Kodua on his re-election as General Secretary, saying their victory comes with responsibility to rebuild the party and unite members ahead of 2028 elections.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. John Boadu elected NPP chairman, pledges grassroots rebuild

    John Boadu has been elected National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party with 2,888 votes, defeating Boakye Kyerematen Agyarko who polled 2,408 votes. Boadu pledged to rebuild the party from the grassroots and restore its "winning machinery," emphasizing unity and responsiveness to Ghanaians' changing expectations.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. NPP General Secretary Kodua says no friction with rival Boadu

    NPP General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua has dismissed concerns about working with John Boadu, who defeated Kodua in a 2022 contest and is now leading in the race for National Chairman. Kodua said both men are mature politicians with no public objection to working together and should prioritize the party's return to power.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. John Boadu elected NPP National Chairman for 2028 campaign

    The New Patriotic Party elected a new national leadership team at its delegates conference in Kumasi on October 3, 2026, with former General Secretary John Boadu winning the chairmanship with 2,888 votes, ahead of Boakye Agyarko (2,048 votes) and Paul Afoko (490 votes). Justin Frimpong Kodua retained the General Secretary position with 4,486 votes.

    4 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

  8. Dr Mustapha Hamid loses NPP vice chairmanship race by 31 votes

    Former NPA Chief Executive Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid finished fourth in the NPP Vice Chairmanship election with 2,956 votes, 31 votes behind third-place finisher Nana Akomea. The result reversed his earlier lead in a September 2026 opinion poll, which had placed him at 18.3% voter preference compared to eventual winner Kojo Fosu Boadu's 5.6%.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Mavis Hawa Koomson elected NPP National Women's Organiser

    Former Awutu Senya East MP Mavis Hawa Koomson has been elected National Women's Organiser of the New Patriotic Party at the party's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi on October 3, 2026, defeating sole contender Hajia Safia Mohammed.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Titus Glover wins NPP National Organiser position with 2,964 votes

    Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus Glover secured the New Patriotic Party's National Organiser position at the party's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi on October 3, 2026, polling 2,964 votes ahead of six other candidates. As National Organiser, Glover will coordinate the party's organisational activities and regional and grassroots structures.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Bawumia assures NPP aspirants of roles in 2028 campaign

    NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia told aspirants who contested the party's national executive elections that they will be part of the 2028 campaign and that the party needs their experience, ideas, and commitment as it prepares for the next general election.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. New NPP chairman John Boadu calls for unity and responsibility

    Newly elected National Chairman of the NPP John Boadu said his election should be viewed as a collective responsibility rather than a personal victory, urging the party's new leadership to prioritize party interests over individual ambitions and remain focused on strengthening the party.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. NPP's newly elected chairman urges party unity after internal elections

    John Boadu, the newly elected National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, has called on party members to set aside internal differences and work towards unity following the party's national executive elections. He emphasized that the party's strength depends on its ability to bring together members with different views and that the completion of internal elections should mark the beginning of collective work.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. New NPP Chairman John Boadu calls for party rebuilding

    Newly elected National Chairman of the NPP John Boadu has charged the party's leadership with rebuilding structures and creating a renewed organisation, emphasizing the shift from internal competition to collective responsibility and the need to retain expertise from all candidates who contested positions.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Re-elected NPP General Secretary pledges teamwork for 2028 victory

    Justin Frimpong Kodua, re-elected NPP General Secretary, says teamwork and discipline will guide the party's executives as they work toward winning the 2028 general elections. He expressed appreciation for delegates' support across all 16 regions and described his election outcome as more akin to an acclamation than a contested race.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Justin Frimpong Kodua retains NPP General Secretary role

    Justin Frimpong Kodua has retained his position as General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party following the party's national executive elections in Kumasi on October 3, 2026. He defeated three other candidates as the NPP reorganises its structures ahead of the 2028 general elections.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. NPP elects John Boadu as new National Chairman

    John Boadu has been elected National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at the party's national delegates conference with 2,888 votes. Justin Frimpong Kodua retained the position of General Secretary with 4,486 votes, and new executives were elected including Daniel Titus Glover as National Organiser, Alfred Kwajo Thompson as National Treasurer, and three National Vice Chairpersons.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. NPP General Secretary dismisses rift concerns with aspiring chairman

    Justin Frimpong Kodua has dismissed concerns about a strained relationship between him and John Boadu, the leading candidate for National Chairman. Kodua said both are mature politicians focused on returning the NPP to power and securing victory for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the 2028 general election.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. NPP's Kodua confident of re-election as General Secretary

    Incumbent General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Justin Frimpong Kodua, expressed confidence in retaining his position at the party's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi, saying feedback from delegates across the 16 regions suggests he faces little competition. Four candidates were listed for the position, including Kodua, Eugene Boakye Antwi, Sylvester Tetteh and Dr Charles Dwamena.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 2 October

  1. NPP holds internal elections with over 7,000 delegates voting

    The New Patriotic Party will hold national executive elections tomorrow in Kumasi, with more than 7,000 delegates electing leaders for positions including National Chairmanship, General Secretary, and other positions. The elections aim to rebuild party structures and prepare for the 2028 general elections, with four contenders—John Boadu, Sammy Crabbe, Paul Afoko, and Boakye Agyarko—competing for National Chairmanship.

    2 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. NPP holds internal elections with 7,121 delegates voting

    The New Patriotic Party will hold its National Officers' Elections on October 3 in Kumasi, with 7,121 delegates voting to elect national executive officers. A total of 47 aspirants are contesting various positions including National Chairperson, with the Electoral Commission overseeing the elections.

    2 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. John Boadu leads NPP chairmanship race in latest survey

    A survey by Prof Smart Sarpong of Kumasi Technical University in collaboration with Feedback Africa, sampling 9,882 respondents across 156 constituencies, shows former NPP General Secretary John Boadu polling 46.5% in the chairmanship race, ahead of Boakye Agyarko at 24.8%. The survey also places incumbent General Secretary Justin Kodua and lawyer Henry Nana Boakye ahead in their respective races for General Secretary and First Vice Chairman.

    30 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 26 September

  1. NPP Canada organizer endorses JFK for diaspora support

    Yakubu Alhassan, NPP Canada Branch organizer, has endorsed JFK and urged diaspora party members to vote for him, citing JFK's sustained engagement with NPP branches outside Ghana and demonstrated understanding of diaspora concerns.

    26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 24 September

  1. NPP leaders attend court to support Manhyia South MP

    Senior NPP leaders including National Organiser Henry Nana Boakye appeared in court on September 24 to support Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, following an attempted arrest of the MP at court premises the previous day while representing his client. Boakye accused the government of using the situation as a cover-up to divert attention from a cocaine scandal.

    24 September 2026 · Joy Online →

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