Oti region: Madam Olivia Yawa Aglago, the newly elected Oti Regional Women's Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has extended an olive branch to her contender in the recent regional executive elections, Madam Alice Adwoa Mensah, with a call for unity and reconciliation.
According to Ghana News Agency, Madam Aglago, who contested against Madam Mensah and emerged victorious in the 2026 Oti Regional Executive Elections, is making efforts to foster unity following the election. She paid a courtesy call on Madam Mensah, demonstrating her commitment to reconciliation and collective action in the interest of the party.
During their meeting, Madam Aglago urged Madam Mensah and her supporters to set aside any differences from the electoral contest and join hands with the new leadership to strengthen the NPP's structures in the region. She emphasized that the conclusion of the elections should mark the beginning of a new chapter of cooperation, stressing that the party's common objective of regaining political power required unity, tolerance, and active participation from all members.
Madam Aglago further encouraged Madam Mensah to contribute her experience, knowledge, and ideas to the activities of the Regional Women's Wing. She mentioned that her administration was open to constructive contributions from all members and would require the collective efforts of party faithful to build a stronger and more vibrant Women's Wing capable of mobilizing women across the region.
Madam Aglago stressed that the contest should not create lasting divisions but rather serve as an opportunity for the party to identify its strengths, learn from the electoral process, and consolidate its structures ahead of future political engagements.
In response, Madam Mensah warmly welcomed Madam Aglago's call for unity and pledged her support and cooperation to the newly elected Regional Women's Organiser. She expressed her commitment to working with Madam Aglago in the collective interest of the NPP and contributing her experience towards building a strong, united, and effective Regional Women's Wing.
Both women reaffirmed their commitment to prioritizing the interests of the party over individual differences and working together to promote unity, mutual respect, and cooperation among members. The meeting is expected to aid in healing relationships following the regional elections and strengthen collaboration among women within the party as the NPP prepares for its future political activities.
Madam Aglago was accompanied by Dr Frank Awuah, Oti Regional Secretary; Mr Stephen Obikyenbi Junior, Secretary to the Regional Women's Organizer, and other party members. The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both Madam Aglago and Madam Mensah reaffirming their commitment to unity and cooperation towards strengthening the NPP's organizational structures and political fortunes in the Oti Region.