A report by The Chronicle newspaper has indicated that tensions are rising within the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) over a row between the party's National Chairman, , and President .

According to the paper, Asiedu Nketiah is dissatisfied with the president over an apparent 'snub' of candidates recommended by him for government positions.

Sources within the party's Functional Executive Committee (FEC) confirmed to the paper that President Mahama reportedly turned down a list of candidates submitted by the national chairman for consideration.

This development has reportedly created tension within the party, with several constituency executives visiting Asiedu Nketiah's office to express their dissatisfaction with the president's appointments.