The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially launched “NDC Month,” a series of high-profile commemorative events throughout June 2026 designed to bridge the gap between the party’s revolutionary roots and its current governance mission.
Addressing the media at the party’s headquarters in Adabraka on Friday, General Secretary Hon. Fifi Fiavi Kwetey announced that this year’s celebrations would center on the theme: “Strengthening State Institutions: Lessons from the June 4, 1979 Uprising.”
The General Secretary framed the month not merely as a look back at history, but as a moral blueprint for the current administration’s “Reset Agenda” under His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama.
A Legacy of Accountability
Speaking to a packed room of cadres, party faithful, and journalists, Hon. Kwetey emphasized that the ideals of the June 4 uprising integrity, discipline, and social equity remain the heartbeat of the NDC’s political tradition.
”June 4 was not merely an event in history,” Kwetey declared. “It represented a demand for integrity in public life and responsible stewardship of state resources. These principles are inseparable from the broader national reset agenda currently underway to restore confidence in our public institutions.”
The General Secretary paid a glowing tribute to the party’s founder, the late Jerry John Rawlings, noting that his commitment to “probity and accountability” continues to inspire the NDC’s people-centered governance.
Naming of Party Headquarters
In a move that signals a deep recommitment to the party’s heritage, Kwetey announced that the NDC Month would culminate in a historic tribute to the late founder.
On June 22, the party will officially name its National Headquarters after President Jerry John Rawlings and unveil a commemorative bust in his honor.
”President Rawlings devoted his life to the empowerment of ordinary Ghanaians,” Kwetey said. “This year’s observance provides an opportunity to honor his enduring vision and ensure his legacy remains deeply etched in our democratic journey.”
Key Calendar of Events
The NDC has curated a month-long itinerary of educational and patriotic activities across the country:
June 3: A major public lecture in the Banda Constituency focusing on the historical impact of the 1979 uprising and its local significance.
June 4: The national anniversary will be marked in the Bono Region with a ceremonial flag-raising, wreath-laying, and a grand durbar of chiefs and people.
June 10 (NDC Day): A day dedicated to the party’s ideological foundations, with a special focus on youth and women’s participation in democracy.
June 19 (Cadres Day): A gathering in Kumasi themed “Ensuring Transparent Governance,” aimed at grassroots political organization and national integrity.
June 22 (Founder’s Day): The official naming of the Party Headquarters and unveiling of the Rawlings bust.
A Call for National Renewal
The General Secretary urged the younger generation to see these activities as an opportunity for political education rather than mere ceremony. He called on all cadres and sympathizers to mobilize in their respective regions to ensure the success of the events.
”We call on all well-meaning Ghanaians to participate,” Kwetey urged. “These are opportunities for national reflection and patriotic renewal. Let us approach this period with unity and a renewed sense of purpose to build a Ghana where state institutions work effectively for all citizens.”
As the country enters June, the NDC’s “Reset Agenda” appears set to draw heavily on its historical foundation, using the revolutionary spirit of the past to fuel its vision for a transparent and prosperous future.
