The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has scheduled November 7 to 9, 2026, for aspirants seeking positions in its upcoming national executive elections to submit nomination forms.
In a statement issued Thursday, November 5, the party’s Congress Elections Committee said aspirants must submit completed forms at the NDC National Headquarters in Accra between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. each day.
Aspirants are to provide three copies of their completed nomination forms, an updated curriculum vitae, a vision statement, original academic certificates and other relevant credentials, a postcard-sized photograph with a red background, and proof of payment of the prescribed filing fee.
The party stressed that only aspirants who have paid the required fees will be eligible to submit their forms. All submissions will also be reviewed for compliance with the 2026 Guidelines for the Conduct of the National Elections and the NDC Constitution.
The vetting of aspirants will take place on November 11 and 12 at the party’s headquarters, beginning at 8:00 a.m. on both days. Balloting for positions will follow immediately after the exercise and will be limited to aspirants declared qualified by the Vetting Committee.
On the first day, Wednesday, November 11, vetting will cover candidates for National Chairman, National Vice-Chairmen, General Secretary, National Organiser, National Communication Officer, National Youth Organiser, Deputy National Youth Organisers, National Women Organiser and Deputy National Women Organisers.
Thursday, November 12, will be reserved for aspirants contesting the positions of Deputy General Secretaries, Deputy National Organisers, Deputy National Communication Officers, National Zongo Caucus Coordinator and other National Executive Committee members.
The Congress Elections Committee, through its spokesperson, Dr Peter Boamah Otokunor, urged all aspirants to comply with the stated requirements and timelines to ensure an orderly and transparent electoral process.
Read the full statement below:
