By Alex Ababio
Accra, July 18, 2025
Tensions are mounting within the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) just days before its highly anticipated National Delegates Conference, following a surprise legal twist that has sparked internal confusion and public speculation.
A writ filed at the High Court in Accra on July 17, 2025, named two party members—Shamsudeen Iddrisu of Walewale and Boateng Kwadwo of Bantama—as plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the party’s National Headquarters. The suit reportedly challenges decisions made by the party’s National Council and orders the NPP to respond within eight days.
But the legal bombshell took an unexpected turn Thursday evening when one of the purported plaintiffs, Shamsudeen Iddrisu, publicly distanced himself from the case, declaring he had no knowledge of the legal action.
“I entreat the public to disregard the writ as I have not instructed any lawyer to do this on my behalf,” Mr. Iddrisu stated in a press release.
“As a committed member of the NPP, I have absolute respect for the decisions of the National Council and would not use the courts to undermine such decisions,” he added.
Mr. Iddrisu also reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the party and expressed his eagerness to participate in the National Delegates Conference set to take place this weekend at the University of Ghana, Legon.
The second individual listed in the writ, Boateng Kwadwo, has so far remained silent and has not issued any public statement regarding his alleged involvement.
The court documents, while confirming the existence of a suit, do not reveal detailed claims in the sections currently available to the media. The development, however, has already stirred debate within the party’s rank and file, raising questions about internal unity and timing ahead of the crucial conference.
Party officials have yet to formally comment on the lawsuit or the disavowal by Mr. Iddrisu.