Charles Taylor: Former NPP Deputy Eastern Regional Organiser Reportedly Passes Away After Illness
A former deputy eastern regional organiser for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Charles Nii Aryertey Taylor, has reportedly passed away at the age of 58.
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The news of the prominent politician's untimely demise was reported by renowned Ghanaian newspaper The Custodian on Monday, March 23, 2026.
What happened to NPP politician Charles Taylor?
According to reports, Charles Nii Ayertey Taylor passed away following a battle with a short illness.
The exact date and circumstances leading to the demise of the prominent NPP politician remain unknown.
The late former NPP deputy eastern regional organiser reportedly left behind his wife and three children.
Taylor's demise has evoked sadness among some NPP officials and sympathisers who have since taken to social media and other platforms to mourn and offer their condolences to his grieving family.
Some party officials described the late NPP politician as a hardworking and dependable figure whose contributions would not be forgotten.
The main opposition party is reportedly expected to release an official statement detailing the funeral arrangements of the late former official and paying tribute to the late party stalwart.
Who was the late Charles Taylor?
The late Charles Nii Aryertey Taylor was a prominent Ghanaian politician and a key member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
He previously served as the deputy eastern regional organiser of the main opposition party in Ghana, where he played a key role in strengthening grassroots mobilisation and coordinating party activities across the region.
The late Taylor was also a respected member of the Akuapem South NPP executives.
Aside from his stint in Ghanaian politics, he also previously served as the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Freedom Radio, 89.3 FM, a broadcast station based in Koforidua, Eastern Region.
Source: YEN.com.gh
