Eleven (11) members out of the 16 National Executive Committee (NEC) of the People’s National Convention (PNC) have resigned from the party, following the reinstatement of David Apasera as their leader.
The 11 are saying they have formed a new party, the People’s National Party (PNP).
Their reasons also include an April 08, 2024 High Court ruling affirming the suspension of the General Secretary of the PNC, Janet Asana Nabla, which they say they disagree with. She was suspended for allegations of gross misconduct, insubordination, and incompetence.
The party said the three-year leadership crisis of the PNC had abated, following the court’s ruling in a press statement issued on April 08.
But during a press briefing in Accra Wednesday, April 17, 2024, Sulemana Seidu, Interim General Secretary of the PNP, stated that the party could not function under a leader lacking integrity and credibility.
“It is with great sadness that we announce our decision to leave the People’s National Convention (PNC) and form our own party, the People’s National Party (PNP). The decision to depart from the PNC comes as a result of the fact that we disagree with the ruling of the high court of 8th April 2024 for reinstating individuals whom we believe were rightfully dismissed from leadership positions due to financial malfeasance and misconduct.
“We the members of the National Executive Committee, representing 11 out of 16 regions, disagree with the ruling. We cannot in good conscience allow individuals lacking integrity and credibility to govern our party, especially when the legacy of our founder, Dr. Hilla Limann, is one of sacrifice without blemish.
“As we approach the pivotal elections of 2024, we recognize that credibility is paramount. Our party, the People’s National Party, will uphold the values of honesty, integrity, and transparency. We will not compromise on these principles, nor shall we allow the tarnishing of our founder’s legacy by individuals with stained hands,” he stated.
Mr. Seidu asked for the continued support of Ghanaians as they embarked on this new journey.
He indicated that they would uphold the legacy of integrity and honesty set forth by Dr. Hilla Limann and work tirelessly to serve the best interests of Ghana.
They also unveiled the interim executives, with Janet Nabla appointed as the party’s National Chairperson.
The others were Vice Chairman, Francis Oppong; General Secretary, Sulemana Seidu; Deputy Secretary, Abdul Kadri Issah; National Organiser, Francis Daasu; Deputy Organiser, Faustina Anane, Treasurer, Jessica Aputare; Deputy Treasurer, Zakaria Mohammed; National Women’s Organiser, Patience Lamisi Adams; Deputy Women’s Organiser, Sandra Adepa; National Youth Organiser, Muniru S. Mohammed; Deputy Youth Organiser, Bright Foto and the Communication Secretary, Samuel Ayesu.
