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Justin Kodua Frimpong

Also known as: General Secretary · General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong · Mr. Kodua · Justine Kodua · Mr. Kodua Frimpong · Mr Kodua Frimpong · the General Secretary · NPP scribe

Justin Kodua Frimpong — NPP General Secretary, secured second term at October 2026 delegates conference.

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … In a statement issued on Sunday, October 11, 2026, and signed by General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong, the party said it had received complaints that some prospective candidates had begun campaigning in various constituencies ahead of the official selection process. …

    NPP warns aspirants premature campaigning could jeopardise eligibility for primaries
  3. Joy Online

    … In a statement issued on Sunday, October 11 and signed by the party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, the NPP said it had received several complaints that some members seeking to contest parliamentary primaries had begun campaigning in various constituencies. …

    NPP orders parliamentary aspirants and their supporters to suspend campaign activities
  4. Daily Guide

    … The national leadership and entire membership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) also joined in marking the occasion, as the General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, penned a statement to wish the flagbearer well. …

    Bawumia Marks 63rd Milestone
  5. Joy Online

    … He noted that Mr Boadu’s previous role as Chief Executive Officer of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), as well as his tenure as General Secretary, had given him valuable administrative and political experience. …

    NPP’s new leadership team has experience to deliver – Dr Asah-Asante
  6. Joy Online

    … Mr Cudjoe cited the NPP’s January 2026 presidential primary, in which Dr Mahamudu Bawumia emerged as flagbearer, as well as the October 3 national executive elections, where John Boadu was elected National Chairman and Justin Kodua Frimpong retained the General Secretary position …

    NPP delegates want reform without destroying party’s reputation – Joseph Cudjoe
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    Former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, staged a major political comeback on Saturday when he was elected National Chairman at the party’s National Delegates Conference held at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. …

    NPP must unite for 2028, Dr Bawumia declares • as Boadu, Kodua sweep votes at Nat’l Delegates Conference
  8. Joy Online

    … At the national executive elections, former General Secretary John Boadu was elected National Chairman with 2,888 votes, while Justin Kodua Frimpong retained the General Secretary position with 4,486 votes. …

    NPP has 35 months to prepare for 2028 after early reorganisation – Political strategist
  9. Joy Online

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

    Asante Otchere questions John Boadu’s political stature against Asiedu Nketiah
  10. The Chronicle

    … The theme for Conference was: “One Party, One Purpose, United for Victory.” John Boadu had previously served as the substantive and acting General Secretary of the party, leading the tactical campaign operations that successfully won the 2016 and 2020 national presidential electi …

    John Boadu: The New Kid On The Block
  11. Joy Online

    … Justin Kodua Frimpong retained the General Secretary position with 4,486 votes. Daniel Titus Glover was elected National Organiser with 2,964 votes, while Alfred Kwajo Thompson was elected National Treasurer with 2,243 votes. …

    Ali Suraj elected NPP NASARA Coordinator

Monday 2 November

  1. NPP accuses government of issuing passports with fake titles

    The opposition New Patriotic Party has alleged that the government issued diplomatic and service passports to six individuals who used fabricated or inaccurate public service job titles, and has petitioned the US Embassy in Ghana requesting it strengthen verification procedures and deny visas to passport holders who cannot substantiate their stated positions.

    2 November 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 30 October

  1. NPP asks US to suspend privileges for passport holders

    The New Patriotic Party has petitioned the United States to review its treatment of Ghanaian diplomatic and service passport holders, alleging that six individuals obtained travel documents using false or inaccurate official designations from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The NPP identified the applicants as claiming positions at NADMO and the Fisheries Commission that they do not actually hold.

    30 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 29 October

  1. NPP rules out changes to Minority leadership under Afenyo-Markin

    The NPP has dismissed reports of plans to replace Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, with the party's General Secretary stating the party is satisfied with his leadership and has no intention to change it.

    29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NPP rejects reports of Minority leadership changes

    The New Patriotic Party denied that it is considering changes to its parliamentary Minority leadership, with General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong stating the party is satisfied with current Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin and has held no discussions about reshuffling the team.

    29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. NPP charges GH₵2,000 fee for 2028 parliamentary candidate eligibility checks

    The New Patriotic Party has introduced a GH₵2,000 fee for prospective parliamentary candidates to declare their intention to contest the party's 2028 primaries, running from November 1–10, 2026, through an online portal. The measure has raised concerns that it may create a financial barrier for aspirants with limited resources before formal nominations begin.

    29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. NPP charges GH¢5,000 for 2028 parliamentary candidate eligibility checks

    The New Patriotic Party has introduced a GH¢5,000 fee for prospective parliamentary candidates, including sitting MPs, to declare their intention to contest the party's primaries ahead of the 2028 elections. The party describes the measure as a first in Ghana's political landscape, with the declaration process running from November 1 to November 10, 2026.

    29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. NPP opens parliamentary aspirant declarations November 1–10, 2026

    The New Patriotic Party has set November 1–10, 2026, for prospective parliamentary candidates and sitting MPs to formally declare their intention to contest the party's parliamentary primaries for the 2028 general elections. Aspirants must register through the party's online portal and will be assessed against party constitution and Ghanaian law; declaration does not authorize campaigning in constituencies.

    29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 27 October

  1. TESCON should become NPP's intellectual policy centre, Asenso-Boakye urges

    The founding President of the Tertiary Students Confederacy has urged the NPP's student wing to evolve into a centre for policy thinking and leadership training, moving beyond campus mobilisation to provide a platform for rigorous debate, research and practical policy proposals.

    27 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 12 October

  1. NPP halts parliamentary aspirants' campaign activities

    The New Patriotic Party has directed all prospective parliamentary aspirants to stop campaign activities until the party announces official guidelines for its parliamentary primaries, citing complaints about members campaigning in violation of party regulations. The directive prohibits posters, billboards, rallies, social media advertisements, and distribution of inducements to delegates and party members.

    12 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. NPP halts parliamentary aspirants' campaign activities

    The New Patriotic Party has ordered all prospective parliamentary aspirants, their agents and supporters to immediately cease campaign activities pending the announcement of official guidelines for the party's parliamentary processes. The directive follows complaints about members with parliamentary ambitions campaigning in constituencies in violation of party regulations.

    12 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. NPP warns premature campaigning could disqualify primary aspirants

    The NPP has warned prospective parliamentary aspirants that campaigning before the party's official timetable announcement could jeopardise their eligibility for the primaries. The party has directed all aspirants, agents and supporters to cease campaign activities including posters, rallies, media ads and distribution of inducements to delegates, with violators facing disciplinary action and possible disqualification.

    12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 11 October

  1. NPP suspends parliamentary aspirants' campaign activities immediately

    The New Patriotic Party has ordered all prospective parliamentary aspirants, their agents, and supporters to immediately suspend campaign activities, citing complaints of breach of party regulations and Code of Conduct. The directive prohibits mounting posters, organizing rallies, meeting with polling station executives, and distributing items or paid media advertisements, with warnings of disciplinary action including loss of eligibility for violators.

    11 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 8 October

  1. NPP flagbearer Dr. Bawumia celebrates his 63rd birthday

    Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party's flagbearer, marked his 63rd birthday with well-wishes from party members and supporters. The NPP's General Secretary extended congratulations and prayers for Bawumia's continued service and the party's success in the 2028 general election.

    8 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 5 October

  1. NPP's new leadership team is experienced, says political scientist

    Political scientist Dr Kwame Asah-Asante says the NPP's newly elected leadership team, though with some room for improvement in individual positions, brings considerable experience from party and public service. He argues the team has the mix of seasoned politicians and fresh ideas needed to help the party regain power, citing newly elected chairman John Boadu's background in senior government and party roles.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NPP delegates seek internal reform while protecting party reputation

    Former Effia MP Joseph Cudjoe says the outcomes of the NPP's recent presidential primary and national executive elections show that delegates want reform within the party without undermining its reputation. He argues that delegates rewarded candidates who combined calls for change with a defence of the party's broader legacy, while rejecting "scorched-earth" attacks on the institution.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. John Boadu elected NPP National Chairman at delegates conference

    Former General Secretary John Boadu won election as NPP National Chairman at the party's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi, polling 2,888 votes to defeat Boakye Agyarko (2,408 votes) and Paul Afoko (790 votes). Incumbent General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong secured a second term with 4,486 votes.

    5 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  4. NPP has 35 months to prepare for 2028 after early reorganisation

    A political strategist says the NPP's completion of its internal reorganisation gives it about 35 months to prepare for the 2028 general election, noting that the party must use this time effectively to develop strategies, rebuild public trust and strengthen structures. He cautioned that a longer preparation period would not automatically translate into electoral advantage, and that the party's effective use of time and resources would be more important than simply starting early.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Analyst questions Boadu's political stature versus Asiedu Nketiah

    Political analyst Dr Jonathan Asante Otchere has questioned NPP National Chairman John Boadu's political pedigree and gravitas compared with NDC counterpart Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, suggesting Boadu's election was shaped by internal party dynamics rather than an assessment of competence.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. John Boadu elected NPP National Chairman with 2,888 votes

    John Boadu has been elected National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party at the party's National delegates Conference in Kumasi, polling 2,888 votes (48.5%). Boadu, who previously served as General Secretary and as Director-General of SIGA, defeated Boakye Agyarko Kyeremanteng who secured 2,408 votes.

    5 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 4 October

  1. Ali Suraj elected NPP National NASARA Coordinator

    Ali Suraj won election as the New Patriotic Party's National NASARA Coordinator with 372 votes at the party's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi on October 3, defeating Salim Bamba (311 votes) and Awal Mohamed (106 votes). The NASARA wing focuses on mobilising support among minority groups within the NPP.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Three elected to NPP Vice Chairmanship positions

    Kojo Bamba was elected First Vice Chairman of the NPP with 3,116 votes, followed by Henry Nana Boakye as Second Vice Chairman with 3,061 votes and Nana Akomea as Third Vice Chairman with 2,987 votes in elections held at the party's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 2 October

  1. NPP chairmanship race: Agyarko and Boadu lead contested delegate vote

    The NPP holds its National Delegates Conference in Kumasi on Saturday to elect a new national chairman, with the race centred on former Energy Minister Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko and former General Secretary John Boadu. Opinion polls show conflicting predictions: one survey placed Boadu at 48 per cent and Agyarko at 38 per cent, while other polls predicted victories for Agyarko.

    2 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 1 October

  1. NPP sets national officer elections for October 3, 2026

    The New Patriotic Party announced that its election of national officers across 31 polling stations will begin with proposed constitutional amendments at 9:00 a.m. and proceed to officer elections at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The Electoral Commission will conduct the elections, with delegates required to present valid identification and have their names on the official delegates' register.

    1 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 18 September

  1. NPP seeks bail review for remanded Techiman nursing officer

    The New Patriotic Party has called for an immediate bail review for 40-year-old principal nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh, who was arrested and remanded for two weeks by Adenta Circuit Court on charges of abetting crime and publication of false news. The prosecution alleges she acted as a liaison for "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account operator Barbara Asantewaa Kodua in disseminating videos.

    18 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

  1. NPP leadership race: Boadu, JFK, Koomson emerge as frontrunners

    A nationwide poll of 976 NPP constituency and regional executives by Africa Policy Lens found John Boadu leading the Chairman race with 38.6% support, while Justin Kodua Frimpong (JFK) holds a commanding lead for General Secretary with 61.4%, though significant portions of delegates remain undecided.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 10 September

  1. NPP general secretary sets 1.5 million vote target for Ashanti Region

    NPP General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong told newly elected Ashanti Regional party executives that the region is key to the party's 2028 victory and tasked them with securing more than 1.5 million votes to support Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's presidential bid. He noted the NPP has been performing worse in the Ashanti Region in recent elections and urged the new leadership to reverse the negative trend.

    10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. NPP Ashanti chairman pledges all-inclusive party leadership

    The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, said the new leadership will run an all-inclusive administration and called on party members to unite regardless of their positions in the internal election, in order to strengthen the party ahead of the 2028 elections.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Chief Justice accused of partisan politics, called to resign

    Gushegu MP Alhassan Tampuli has accused Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie of descending into partisan politics after remarks praising state institutions' performance under the current NDC administration, urging him to resign his judicial position if he intends to pursue active politics.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NPP demands Chief Justice resign over alleged partisan comments

    The NPP has called for the Chief Justice's immediate resignation, alleging he made partisan political comments during a visit to state institutions, praising their performance and questioning Ghana's progress over the previous eight years.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

  1. NPP General Secretary campaigns for re-election in Western Region

    Justin Kodua Frimpong, General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, campaigned in the Western Region expressing confidence he will receive massive endorsements from delegates in the party's national executive elections scheduled for October. He credited party members' support to his accessibility, relationship with grassroots members, and reforms implemented during his tenure, including organising presidential primaries before polling station and constituency primaries.

    31 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

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