Accra – The National Treasurer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Charles Dwamena, has appealed to all card-bearing members of the party to pay their monthly dues to ensure the smooth running of the party and the successful implementation of its newly proposed welfare policy.
Addressing delegates at the ongoing National Delegates Conference in Accra, Dr. Dwamena underscored the importance of financial discipline and regular contributions. He noted that the payment of dues is crucial not only for party operations but also for supporting members during unexpected health or accident-related challenges.
Dr. Dwamena announced that the party’s Finance Committee has developed and approved a group accident insurance policy to provide financial protection to NPP members in times of need. The policy has already been overwhelmingly endorsed by delegates, receiving 98.14 percent approval during internal consultations.
Explaining the policy in detail, Dr. Dwamena stated that it is designed to provide significant financial support to any member in good standing who encounters adversity due to an accident. In the unfortunate event of accidental death, the policy guarantees a lump-sum payment to the next of kin of the deceased member. For members who suffer permanent disability, a one-time compensation will be paid to help them cope with the loss of earning capacity.
He further revealed that if a member is temporarily disabled and unable to work as a result of an accident, the party will provide a weekly allowance until the individual is fit to return to work. Additionally, members who incur medical expenses due to an accident will receive financial assistance to cover those costs.
Dr. Dwamena clarified that no extra payments are required from members to benefit from this policy, apart from the regular monthly dues. He emphasized that this initiative reflects the party’s commitment to the welfare of its grassroots and is part of broader reforms aimed at building a more supportive and resilient political community.
The introduction of this welfare policy, alongside ongoing discussions about potential constitutional reforms, formed one of the key highlights of this year’s delegates conference.
