Claims of internal discord within the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have been dismissed by the party’s General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, following President John Dramani Mahama’s directive to the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga and the Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, to withdraw a private member’s Bill seeking to abolish the Office of the Special Prosecutor.

In an interview on Channel One TV on December 16, 2025, Fifi Kwetey explained that differences in opinion among individuals should not be interpreted as the official position of the party.

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“Now, this view on the Special Prosecutor, clearly, individuals can have their own perspective. The decision becomes a political decision if it’s discussed at the highest level of our party. For example, when the political committee of the party, led by the president and including key figures, both current and former leaders, comes together and decides on a position, anyone who articulates that is speaking on behalf of the party.

"Otherwise, whatever someone says in Parliament reflects their personal view and not the party’s position. It’s okay to have disagreements; that’s not a problem,” he said.

Kwetey further stressed that the President, as party leader, ultimately defines the party’s official stance on key national issues.

“What the president states as leader of the party represents the party. The president can even disagree with the finance minister, but at the end of the day, the person in charge of the vehicle is the president.

"Together with the party leadership, the president articulates the party’s highest position, and those decisions have to be made,” he added.

He also mentioned that while party members are free to express personal opinions, they must make it clear when their views do not represent the NDC’s official stance.

“We are not saying you can’t have your own opinion. Remember, the majority in Parliament represents part of the party, but individuals can still hold personal positions. Ultimately, though, the party’s view is expressed by the President,” he said.

“It is normal for individuals to hold dissenting views, but the Majority Leader’s position on repealing the OSP does not represent the NDC.” - NDC General Secretary Fifi Kwetey clarifies the party’s stance

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