The National Peace Council (NPC) has come under fire from two prominent members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Edward Omane Boamah and Sam George.
The duo has vehemently criticized the council, labeling it a wasteful expenditure of government resources.
Omane Boamah, in a scathing social media post on May 17, called for the abolition of the NPC, drawing parallels with the Council of State, which he also believes should be scrapped.
This statement came in response to the NPC’s recent advice to political parties to have faith in the Electoral Commission (EC), led by Jean Mensa, which the NDC has consistently criticized over various issues.
The NDC has been vocal in its disapproval of the EC, citing instances of electoral material theft, irregular disposal of machines, and challenges with the limited voter registration exercise.
Sam George, in his post, described the NPC as “the most useless institution in Ghana today,” accusing its members of being “sycophants who have sold their conscience for cheap broth.”
He also expressed his dismay at the NPC’s silence on the alleged theft of biometric voter registration kits from the EC headquarters under CCTV surveillance.
The NPC, established by the National Peace Council Act, 2011 (Act 818), aims to promote peace and conflict resolution in Ghana.
Its governing body comprises a 13-member Board appointed by the President for a four-year term, and an Executive Secretary responsible for the council’s day-to-day administration.
Despite its mandate, the NPC has faced criticism from the NDC, which questions its relevance and effectiveness.
