he New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Upper East Region has sanctioned 16 party
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Upper East Region has sanctioned 16 party officials and members from the Pusiga and Tempane constituencies following investigations into misconduct related to the 2024 general elections. The disciplinary actions, announced in a statement by Regional Chairman Anthony Namoo on August 1, 2025, were based on findings from the Regional Disciplinary Committee, which began its probe in January and concluded in June after a series of hearings.
Among those sanctioned is Sawuda Bilgumsey, the 2nd Vice Chairman,
Among those sanctioned is Sawuda Bilgumsey, the 2nd Vice Chairman, who has been dismissed and barred from holding any party position until repayment of allegedly misused party funds. Other sanctions include a five-year ban on six executives, such as 1st Vice Chairman Musah Awudu and Treasurer Jacob Akazusah, a four-year ban for a constituency coordinator, and three-year suspensions for eight other members, mainly polling station officials.
Not all accused individuals were found guilty. Salifu Ibn Adams, the Constituency Research and Elections Officer, and four others were cleared of wrongdoing and acquitted by the disciplinary committee. The party stressed that the sanctions were proportionate to the level of misconduct and reflected its zero-tolerance policy on breaches of party ethics.
Reaffirming its commitment to accountability and internal discipline
Reaffirming its commitment to accountability and internal discipline, the NPP has directed that all vacant positions resulting from the sanctions be immediately filled to ensure continuity. The party emphasized that these actions are part of efforts to uphold ethical standards and safeguard its reputation ahead of future political contests.
