NDC members want party's constitution amended

Members of the Brong Ahafo Regional branch of the opposition NDC have proposed the amendment of the party's constitution to allow for the election of its flag bearer two years before general election.

They said the existing practice of choosing the presidential candidate during the election year would negatively affect the fortunes of the party if it is not changed to give the candidate adequate time to market himself.

They also called for the outlaw of the selection and endorsement of party officers and candidates by acclamation and said all positions, with the exception of the founder, should be subjected to open contest to enhance internal democracy.

Speaking to the GNA in an interview at Sunyani, Alhaji Kwadwo Maama Adam, former Deputy Regional Minister, said these formed part of the sentiments expressed by members during a tour of the region by the party's re-organisation committee.

He said the re-organisation committee has been overwhelmed by the renewed enthusiasm of members since the exercise took off a couple of months ago.

"We have been amazed by the resurgence of commitment by our members since the re-organisation exercise started and we have no doubt that the party is back to its former strength and ready to dislodge the NPP come the next elections".

Alhaji Adam said contrary to the view of sceptics, the defeat of the party and the exit of ex-President Rawlings from the national leadership position are going to strengthen rather weaken the NDC.

"With the party out of power, our ex-president and other leaders are going to have all the time to rebuild the party's structures to enhance its capabilities to wrestle power in the next elections".