Paul Yandoh’s NPP Election Stance Steals the Show

Paul Yandoh, a former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Communications Officer, has finished third in the party's Ashanti Regional Secretary election, polling 105 votes.

Unlikely Endorsement Falls Flat

In a surprise move, Ashanti Regional Minister Dr Frank Amoakohene, a member of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), threw his weight behind Yandoh, a move that generated considerable discussion among NPP delegates and political observers in the region.

The Facebook post shared by YEN.com.gh on August 15, 2026, revealed that Francis Adomako comfortably claimed the seat, securing 492 votes, while Michael Amoah Awuku came second with 331 votes.

NPP's Reorganisation Drive Continues

The secretaryship election is part of a broader reorganisation drive within the NPP, as the party works to consolidate its structures in the Ashanti Region in preparation for the 2028 general elections.

Yandoh, who gave up his communications role to mount a challenge for the secretaryship, found himself well outside contention when the results were announced.

With Yandoh's third-place finish, he will not feature in the new Ashanti Regional executive team, having already vacated his previous position as Communications Officer to contest the race.

Regional Chairman Elect Expresses Gratitude

Following his victory, COKA, the newly elected Ashanti Regional Chairman, took to social media to express appreciation to those who supported his campaign and to set the tone for what he described as the beginning of serious work ahead.

In his post, the newly elected chairman acknowledged the delegates who placed their confidence in him, while directing his message at the broader party membership.

The Ashanti Regional election is seen as a crucial step in the NPP's efforts to rebuild following its 2024 general election defeat. Adomako's commanding margin of victory positions him to lead the regional secretariat as the party looks to consolidate its structures in the Ashanti Region.

Adomako's victory has sent a clear message that the party is committed to rebuilding and revitalizing its structures in the region, ahead of the 2028 general elections.

Source: Yen Politics