The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has set Monday, November 9, 2026, as the deadline for the filing of nominations for its national executive positions as the party intensifies preparations for its 2026 internal elections.
The nomination process, which commenced on Saturday, November 7, is expected to close on Monday, November 9, following the 14-day period allocated to aspirants to complete and submit their nomination forms.
The exercise forms part of the party’s broader internal reorganisation programme, which will culminate in the election of new national officers at its National Congress scheduled for December 19, 2026.
NDC Schedules Vetting and Appeals for National Aspirants
According to the party’s electoral timetable, the vetting of aspirants contesting for various national executive positions will take place on Thursday, November 12, and Friday, November 13, 2026, at the party’s National Secretariat.
An appeals process has subsequently been scheduled for Sunday, November 15, and Monday, November 16, to provide an opportunity for the resolution of concerns arising from the vetting exercise.
The party is expected to proceed with the subsequent stages of the electoral process in accordance with the approved timetable.
Regional Youth and Women Conferences, Elections Scheduled for November
Ahead of the National Congress, the NDC will organise its Regional Youth and Women Conference on Friday, November 13, 2026.
The regional executive elections will follow on Saturday, November 14, and Sunday, November 15, 2026, as part of efforts to elect new leaders at the regional level.
The regional electoral exercise forms a significant component of the party’s internal reorganisation, which is aimed at renewing its leadership structures and strengthening its organisational capacity ahead of the 2028 General Elections.
National Youth and Women Conference Set for December 12
The party has also scheduled its National Youth and Women Conference for Saturday, December 12, 2026.
The venue for the conference is yet to be announced.
The conference will precede the National Congress scheduled for Saturday, December 19, 2026, where the party is expected to elect its next crop of national executives to steer its affairs.
NDC Urges Members to Comply With Electoral Timetable
The NDC has urged all regional and constituency executives, aspirants and party members to familiarise themselves with the approved electoral timetable and comply strictly with the procedures, requirements and deadlines governing the internal elections.
According to the party, adherence to the established roadmap is essential to protecting the credibility and integrity of the electoral process while ensuring that all stages are conducted in a fair, transparent and orderly manner.
The party has also expressed appreciation to its members, executives and other stakeholders for their continued dedication, discipline and commitment to its ideals throughout the reorganisation exercise.
It further emphasised the importance of unity and collective responsibility as it works towards strengthening its organisational structures and preparing for the 2028 General Elections.
The December 19 National Congress is expected to mark the culmination of the NDC’s 2026 internal electoral process and usher in a new national leadership.
