(a) Outline three aims and objectives of Peoples Party (NNP) (b) Highlight two sources of finance of NNP.

(a) Aims and objectives of a political party such as the NNP

Like every political party, the NNP was formed principally to win and control governmental power. Its aims and objectives included the following.

1. To capture political power: to win elections and form the government so as to implement its programmes.
2. To promote national unity and integration: to bring together people of different backgrounds under a common political platform and ideology.
3. To pursue the welfare and development of the people: to provide social amenities, education, employment and improved living standards through its policies.

(b) Sources of finance of the party

1. Membership dues, registration fees and donations from party members and supporters.
2. Contributions and levies from party members holding elective or appointive offices, and gifts from wealthy individuals, sympathisers and organisations.