Supporters of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) have thronged the party’s headquarters in Accra where the official announcement of Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo’s running mate will be made today. Some former ministers and national executives of the party have arrived ahead of party’s National Council meeting. Joy FM’s Seth Kwame Boateng, who is at the NPP Headquarters, reported that former Minister for Fisheries Gladys Asma, former Chairman Haruna Esseku, General Secretary Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie and First Vice Chairman Fred Oware are already there. It is almost certain that the party’s 2008 running mate, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, will be confirmed. Meanwhile, Myjoyonline.com reporter Nathan Gaduga, also reported that supporters of Dr. Bawumia who have besieged the venue are clamouring for his re-selection. They chant: “No change, no change” and "Bawumia konkontibaa,” he said. National Chairman Jake obestebi Lamptey, according to Nathan, will meet the press after the official announcement at 2pm to convey what transpired at the meeting. Minority Leader Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu, former Education and Finance Minister Yaw Osarfo Marfo, former press secretary Kwabena Agyepong, Assin North MP Kennedy Ohene Agyapong and former Minister for Information and National Orientation Oboshie Sai-Cofie have all arrived. Today's announcement coincides with Nana Addo's birthday.