Former Employment Minister Nii Armah Ashitey has declared his intention to contest the National Chairmanship of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Mr Ashitey made the announcement at a press engagement on Friday, September 25, 2026, saying his decision was motivated by the need to build a more inclusive, united and participatory party.
He said his leadership would focus on strengthening the NDC’s structures, deepening internal democracy and giving greater attention to the grassroots, former executives, youth and women.
“Give me the opportunity to serve as national chairman. I will work towards a more inclusive, united, participatory NDC, where the grassroots, cadres, former executives, youth, women, and all committed members will have a meaningful place in the affairs of our party,” he said.
Mr Ashitey also pledged to rebuild relationships among party members and ensure that all members have a meaningful role in the affairs of the party.
“We must strengthen our structures, deepen internal democracy, rebuild the bonds of comradeship, and ensure that the NDC remains a party where every member matters and every contribution counts,” he said.
He subsequently formally declared his intention to enter the race for the party’s national chairmanship.
“I hereby declare my intent to contest the national chairmanship of the great NDC party,” he said.
Mr Ashitey joins several other prominent NDC figures who have expressed interest in the position, including former Local Government Minister Akwasi Opong-Fosu and former DRIP Coordinator and former Odododiodioo MP Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye.
The contest will form part of the NDC’s preparations for its next internal elections.
