John Boadu Leads NPP Chairmanship Race Ahead of October 3 Elections
John Boadu secured 48% of committed delegates in a Global InfoAnalytics poll, a ten‑point lead over Boakye Agyarko
In Brief
- •John Boadu secured 48% of committed delegates in a Global InfoAnalytics poll, a ten‑point lead over Boakye Agyarko
- •A second survey by Feedback Africa and Kumasi Technical University recorded Boadu at 46.5% of all respondents
- •Both polls show Boadu ahead across multiple delegate categories, including constituency officers and polling station executives
- •The NPP national executive conference will be held in Kumasi from Oct. 2‑4, 2026
- •The race is set to be decided by a few thousand delegates in the upcoming conference
Why It Matters
The NPP chairmanship race is a key determinant of the party’s direction ahead of Ghana’s October 3 elections. A clear lead for Boadu could consolidate his influence over candidate selection and campaign strategy, potentially shaping the electoral outcome. The polls also highlight regional dynamics, with endorsements from Ashanti Regional leaders boosting Boadu’s standing in critical areas.
Key Details
- Boadu Support (Committed Delegates)
- 48%
- Boadu Support (All Respondents)
- 46.5%
- Agyarko Support (Committed Delegates)
- 38%
- Agyarko Support (All Respondents)
- 24.8%
- Delegate Sample Size (Global InfoAnalytics)
- 3,263
- Respondent Sample Size (Feedback Africa)
- 5,276
Context & Background
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is preparing for its national executive elections, with the chairmanship contest attracting significant attention as the party gears up for the national polls on October 3, 2026.
What To Watch
NPP national executive conference in Kumasi, Oct. 2‑4, 2026
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