The challenges facing the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Walewale Constituency of the North East Region continue to escalate, with new issues further widening existing divisions within the party.Just 72 hours after a court ruling ordered a re-run of the Parliamentary Primary in the Constituency, two constituency executives and a party member have been suspended.

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In a statement dated August 3, 2024, and signed by Fuseini Nurudeen, the North East Regional Chairman of the party, the three individuals were cited for violating their duties, which constitutes a breach of the party's constitution.Those affected by the suspension include Alhassan Sulemana, the Walewale Constituency Second Vice Chairman; Imoro Tonzun Mahamudu, the Constituency Financial Secretary; and Megida Saaka Sanusi, a party member.

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The suspension letter states, “In line with Article 4, Clause 7(la), (e), (f), and (g) of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) constitution, I regret to inform you that the following party member and constituency executives are hereby suspended from their duties, effective immediately. This decision follows a thorough review of recent events and an assessment of your conduct concerning the specified clauses of the NPP constitution.

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The reasons for your suspension include:* Violation of duties as a member.* Breach of the duty to uphold party policies publicly.* Creation of discord or factionalism within the party, actions detrimental to the party’s reputation and integrity.* Bringing the party into disrepute or public ridicule.

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During this suspension period, you are prohibited from engaging in any political activities, including attending party meetings, making decisions on behalf of the party, or representing the party in any official capacity.This suspension will remain in force pending further investigation and deliberation by the party’s Disciplinary Committee. You will be informed of any updates or changes to your status as they become available.

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Additionally, you are required to hand over all party property to the constituency chairman.”

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