The Convention People’s Party (CPP) is facing internal challenges that may affect its participation in the upcoming 2024 general elections, according to Sylvester Sarpong-Soprano, the party’s Director of Communications.
In a recent interview with Citi FM, Sarpong-Soprano expressed concerns over the party’s internal conflicts, suggesting that these issues could potentially prevent the CPP from fielding a presidential candidate.
Sarpong-Soprano underscored the critical need for unity within the CPP, emphasizing that resolving internal disagreements is paramount to effectively positioning the party against major political rivals like the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
He acknowledged that without unity, the CPP would struggle to mount a credible challenge for political power in the upcoming elections.
The Director of Communications highlighted ongoing disruptions caused by internal factions and the interference of certain elders within the party. He pointed out that these factors have led to multiple court cases over the past four years, each averaging between eight to ten months before resolution.
Such protracted legal battles, Sarpong-Soprano argued, have significantly hindered the CPP’s progress and organizational effectiveness.
Despite these challenges, Sarpong-Soprano expressed optimism about the potential for unity within the CPP at this juncture.
He called upon party members to come together and address these internal rifts decisively, suggesting that a united front is essential for the CPP to present itself as a viable alternative to Ghanaian voters disillusioned with the current political landscape dominated by the NDC and NPP.
“I am committed to telling the full truth about the CPP so that we can get support and help to revamp,” Sarpong-Soprano stated candidly. He emphasized the importance of transparency in communicating the CPP’s current state to the electorate, eschewing empty propaganda in favor of a realistic assessment of the party’s challenges and opportunities.