ACCRA, GHANA — August 3, 2025
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued a strong denial in response to allegations that it hired Ukrainian public relations firm Brandcom for an online smear campaign targeting opposition candidate John Mahama during the 2024 presidential election.
In a press release dated August 3, the NPP described the claims published by AllAfrica.com on July 31 as “completely false, baseless, and defamatory.” The article alleged that the party owed Brandcom $280,000 for creating fake social media accounts and producing negative content aimed at discrediting Mahama.
The NPP’s National Communications Directorate stated unequivocally that the party has “no contractual relationship (past or present)” with Brandcom. It further asserted that the NPP has never engaged or authorized any foreign agency to conduct unethical digital operations on its behalf.
The statement reaffirmed the party’s commitment to “integrity, policy, and a commitment to the democratic process,” rejecting any suggestion that it has deviated from its tradition of issue-based campaigning.
Labeling the publication as a deliberate attempt to damage its reputation and erode public trust, the NPP demanded an immediate retraction of the claims. It also reserved the right to pursue legal action against Brandcom and any media outlet that republishes the allegations.
The release concluded with a call for vigilance against misinformation, emphasizing the party’s continued focus on building a prosperous Ghana through transparent and ethical leadership.
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