The 2023 presidential and legislative primaries for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) are currently being prepared for. There are many factors to consider as the party chooses its candidates for the upcoming elections in light of the party's recent loss in the 2020 general elections. This article examines the potential candidates running for president and legislator in the NDC 2023 primaries as well as what to anticipate from them.
Since the 2020 general elections, the NDC has been in opposition, and a number of individuals, including former president John Mahama, who lost those elections to current president Nana Akufo-Addo, are already being mentioned as potential candidates for the presidency. Dr. Kwabena Duffuor, a former finance minister, and Kojo Bonsu, a former mayor of Kumasi are two additional candidates being considered.
The NDC will choose candidates for the parliamentary elections in addition to the presidential primaries. Voting "skirt and blouse," in which voters select different parties for the presidency and parliament, has been explicitly forbidden by the party. It is believed that by taking this action, the party will be better positioned to win both the presidential and legislative elections. The NDC will choose candidates for the parliamentary elections in addition to the presidential primaries. Voting "skirt and blouse," in which voters select different parties for the presidency and parliament, has been explicitly forbidden by the party. This action is thought to be a way to increase the party's chances of winning by consolidating power.
The primary elections in 2023 are anticipated to be fiercely contested, and prospective candidates have already begun to campaign for support within the party. The NDC must make sure to keep its internal unity, though, as recent party defeats have been significantly influenced by internal divisions.
The voting for the three chosen candidates took place on March 29, 2023, a Wednesday. Former President John Mahama will be listed first, followed by Mr. Kojo Bonsu in second place and Dr. Kwabena Duffuor in third.
On May 13th, 2023, the elections for both the presidential and parliamentary candidates will be held simultaneously to determine who represents the NDC in the 2024 general elections.
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