Fifi Kwetey, Yameen, Ako Gunn go unopposed in NDC national executive race

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has released the list of aspirants for its national executive elections scheduled for December 2026, with several key positions attracting no contest.

The list, revealed on Monday, November 9, shows that four candidates are seeking the position of National Chairman, while Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, Joseph Yameen and Ako Gunn are going unopposed for their respective positions.

National Chairman

Four aspirants have filed to contest for the position of National Chairman:

• Sofo Azorka
• Akwasi Oppong Fosu
• Nii Armah Ashitey
• Nii Lantey Vanderpuye

Deputy General Secretary

Four candidates are also contesting for Deputy General Secretary:

• Barbara Asamoah
• Mustapha Gbande
• Isaac Kwame
• Abdul Rashid Abdul Raman

General Secretary

Fifi Fiavi Kwetey is the sole aspirant for the General Secretary position and is therefore going unopposed.

National Organiser

Joseph Yameen is also going unopposed for the position of National Organiser.

National Communications Officer

Ako Gunn is the only aspirant listed for National Communications Officer and is set to go unopposed.

National Youth Organiser

Three names were provided for the National Youth Organiser position:

• Sanicara
• Okai Mintah
• Nhyira Odartefio

Vice Chair

Nineteen individuals have filed to contest for the Vice Chair positions, according to the list.

The NDC’s national executive elections are expected to take place in December 2026, as the party prepares for the 2028 general elections.

The exercise will see the party elect national officers to steer its affairs for the next four years.

The aspirants are expected to undergo vetting, after which the party is expected to announce further details of the election timetable.