NDC Reg. election: ‘Let us follow the rules, respect the choice of delegates’ – Julius Debrah to aspirants

Chief of Staff, Dr. Julius Debrah, has urged NDC regional election aspirants to respect delegates’ choices and ensure peaceful elections.

He made the appeal in a goodwill message posted on his official Facebook page as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) commenced activities for its regional executive elections on Friday, November 13, 2026.

The regional election activities, which include conferences for the party’s youth and women’s wings on Friday, are expected to continue through the weekend, with the main regional executive elections scheduled for November 14 and 15.

In his message to candidates, delegates and organisers in Ghana and abroad, Dr. Debrah called for strict adherence to electoral rules and respect for the outcome of the elections.

“The way we choose our leaders says as much about our party as the leaders we choose,” he stated.

He extended his best wishes to all aspirants and acknowledged the contributions of party members who continue to support the NDC while balancing their professional and family responsibilities.

“At home and abroad, much of the work that sustains our party is done by people who make time for it alongside work and family. I thank you for that service,” he said.

Dr. Debrah also commended all those who had offered themselves for leadership positions and wished them well in their respective contests.

He stressed the need for peaceful elections, urging aspirants and their supporters to conduct themselves in accordance with the party’s electoral guidelines and respect the decisions of delegates.

“Let us follow the rules, respect the choice of delegates and keep the elections peaceful,” he emphasised.

Beyond the conduct of the elections, the Chief of Staff called for reconciliation and cooperation among contestants after the results have been declared.

He specifically urged candidates who emerge victorious to take the initiative to reach out to their opponents and work towards building consensus for the benefit of the party.

“When the votes are counted, I ask those elected to make the first call to the people they stood against. Listen to them and find ways to work together,” he said.

According to him, losing an election should not prevent anyone from contributing to the growth and development of the party.

“Everyone who offered to serve still has something to give,” he added.

Dr. Debrah maintained that the NDC’s strength would depend not only on the leaders elected but also on the ability of members to remain united after the electoral contest.

“Our party will be stronger if, when these elections are over, people on every side of the contest know they still belong and have work to do together,” he stated.

He said such an approach would demonstrate respect for the trust reposed in the party by its members and renew their collective commitment to serving Ghana.

He concluded his message with a prayer for the NDC and the country, saying: “God bless our party, and God bless Ghana.”