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NPP expels Cynthia Morrison, 279 others

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced the expulsion of about 280 members in Agona West for acts deemed to violate the party’s constitution.

The decision, effective 16 December 2024, was unanimously reached during an Expanded Constituency Executive Committee meeting held on Sunday (15 December 2024).

The expelled 280 members from the party, including Cynthia Mamle Morrison, former Gender Minister

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In a notice signed by Alhaji Gibrine Tanko, the constituency chairman for Agona West, the expelled members have been indefinitely banned from  holding themselves out as members of the NPP.

The statement highlighted that the decision followed numerous complaints by other party members regarding the expelled individuals’ actions.

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The party has emphasised that these actions are in line with Article 3(9)(1) of its 2017 Constitution (as amended), which allows for such measures against members who fail to uphold the party’s principles and loyalty.

The NPP has called on its members to honour the constitution and values of the party to maintain unity and integrity ahead of future elections. A detailed list of the expelled individuals has been circulated to the Central Regional Chairman and the media for further dissemination.

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This decisive action by the NPP underscores its commitment to addressing internal indiscipline, particularly during critical election periods, and safeguarding its democratic processes.

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