The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has decided to refer former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, to the party's National Disciplinary Committee due to what they characterise as a behavior detrimental to the party.

However, this decision has led to significant backlash and criticism from some Ghanaians, who argue that the party's actions could exacerbate existing cracks and divisiveness within the party.

Netizens have expressed that Adwoa Safo is not the only high-profile party member who has publicly addressed the media to discuss and reveal internal party matters. They question the rationale behind her referral to the disciplinary committee.

They also argued that, given the NPP's reputation and status as a major political entity, the party could have resolved its issues privately, including addressing Adwoa Safo's grievances amicably, rather than issuing a public statement on the matter.

The party in a statement dated March 20, 2025, and signed by the General Secretary, stated that Adwoa Safo is expected to set a good example and adhere to the principles of discipline, loyalty, and unity that define the party.

Her failure to do so contravenes Article 3(5) of the party's constitution, hence the party's action against her.

“Following the directives issued to all members of the New Patriotic Party to cease discussions on matters that create disaffection within the party in the media, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo’s comments in the media, particularly on the Pulse show on Joy News, are a clear contravention of the directive issued to all NPP members.

“As she is aware, the directive explicitly states that all party members must cease discussing party issues that create unrest, negativism, and disaffection in the media and other related platforms. Her actions are not only in disregard of this directive but also undermine the party's efforts to rebuild and move forward,” part of the statement read.

Read some of the tweets under the trending topic below:

Disband NPP!!!

— Kwadwo Sheldon (@kwadwosheldon) March 20, 2025

I'm one of those who were heavily critical of Adwoa Safo when she was out of the country. Having listened to her in the last few days and in particular that explosive interview with @EltonBrobbey, I have absolute sympathies for her. She's been terribly treated.

— Kwaku Asante (@kwakuasanteb) March 20, 2025

Those asking why Adwoa Safo no speak up actually no be fair to am. Even the top dons wey Dey above her seff started speaking after Pharaoh left power.

— KALYJAY (@gyaigyimii) March 20, 2025

Is the NPP telling me there’s no way of communicating internally with members except by releasing this statement which by itself does more damage than what’s it’s expected to fix?

— Ripe Chance Woods (@thejosephmireku) March 20, 2025

Okatakyi can speak but Adwoa Sarfo
Can’t speak. Are you against women? Selective justice?? Is this how the NPP operates??? Sad. My soul is sad and weary. Kotoka and Kwame Nkrumah didn’t struggle for this

— KALYJAY (@gyaigyimii) March 20, 2025

Anybody who decides to start speaking up when their party is out of power is someone I don’t regard (NPP or NDC). If your party is back in power today, the same selective mutism will be back and you’ll be quiet on atrocities because it’s your party.

— Weffrey Jellington (@jeffwellz) March 20, 2025

Everyone is speaking out, one woman spoke out and this is the reaction. Eugene Antwi went on a whole radio tour for over a week when the party lost, we didn’t see this letter. Others have spoken out, nothing. Mi MP started naaa Disciplinary action. Ei npp

— Afia (@af_ia_blue) March 20, 2025

The RESET term Mahama and NDC used ankasa ebi the NPP wei dey need am walaaayi😂😂😂🤣

— Essel (@thatEsselguy) March 20, 2025

The NPP needs serious leadership restructuring starting from Bawumia to the NEC…the storm happening now is necessary, it will pave way for the calm later!

— Chris Atadika (@chrisatadika) March 21, 2025

NPP will rally behind Okatakyie Afrifa in the name of press freedom, but turn around to block free speech by stopping aggrieved members from discussing their issues with the party in the media. You're now threatening people with Disciplinary Committee. Adwoa Safo, just resign! 😂

— Mirpuri🌟 (@InterBoyTM) March 20, 2025

Maybe it’s time for President Kuffuor to call the NPP to order. The NPP must speak with one voice and this isn’t it

— Kojo Sebor (@kooSebor) March 20, 2025

Per Adwoa Sarfo’s interview,you could understand clearly there was a sort of oppression , arrogance, intimidation etc even within the NPP party when they were in power which-is The same way they treated the good people of Ghana. NPP might just find it so hard to gain power again.

— Trenches Dude. (@ObiaaIce) March 20, 2025