The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has scheduled November 7 to 9, 2026, for the submission of nomination forms by aspirants seeking various positions in the party’s 2026 National Executive Elections.
The party’s Congress Elections Committee says completed nomination forms must be submitted at the NDC National Headquarters in Accra between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily during the three-day period.
In a statement dated Thursday, November 5, the committee announced the arrangements for receiving nomination forms and vetting aspirants, with the screening exercise scheduled for November 11 and 12.
According to the statement, “Submission of completed nomination forms will take place at the NDC National Headquarters from Saturday, 7 November to Monday, 9 November 2026, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily.”
Aspirants are required to submit three copies of their completed nomination forms, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, a vision statement and original academic certificates alongside other relevant credentials for verification.
They must also provide one postcard-sized photograph with a red background and evidence of payment of the prescribed filing fee.
The committee stressed the importance of completing the payment requirement before submitting nomination documents, stating that
“Only aspirants who have paid the requisite filing fees will be eligible to submit their nomination forms.”
It further indicated that all applications would undergo scrutiny to establish compliance with the party’s electoral regulations.
“All submitted forms shall be reviewed for compliance with the provisions of the 2026 Guidelines for the Conduct of the National Elections and the NDC constitution,” the statement added.
After the submission period, vetting will be conducted on Wednesday, November 11, and Thursday, November 12, at the NDC National Headquarters in Accra, beginning at 8:00 a.m. each day.
The committee has also clarified that the opportunity to participate in balloting will depend on the outcome of the screening exercise.
“Balloting for positions on the ballot paper will take place immediately after the vetting exercise and will involve only those declared qualified by the Vetting Committee,” it stated.
Under the official vetting schedule, aspirants for National Chairman, National Vice-Chairmen, General Secretary, National Organiser and National Communication Officer will be screened on Wednesday, November 11.
The National Youth Organiser, Deputy National Youth Organisers, National Women Organiser, Deputy National Women Organisers, Deputy General Secretaries and Deputy National Organisers are also listed for the first day.
Thursday, November 12, will cover aspirants for Deputy National Communication Officers, National Zongo Caucus Coordinator and other National Executive Committee positions, alongside the remaining positions listed in the committee’s timetable.
The Congress Elections Committee has urged all aspirants to observe the announced deadlines and requirements to avoid complications in the nomination and vetting process.
In the statement issued by its spokesperson, Dr. Peter Boamah Otokunor, the committee said, “Aspirants are encouraged to comply strictly with the arrangements and the timelines to facilitate the transparent and orderly conduct of activities leading to the elections.”
