The member of parliament for the Okere constituency and the current Minister for Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development, Mr Dan Botwe has broken his silence and proclaimed Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the best strategic choice for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming 2024 elections.
Mr. Dan Botwe, who has had a long and distinguished career in the NPP, made this declaration during a gathering of party members in Okere.
“Since we started this flagbearership campaign, I have not spoken. But today I will speak. I was elected General Secretary of the NPP 25 years ago. I have had experience working under several stalwarts of the Party. I know the NPP very well. I know very well all the 10 people contesting. But I am here at Okere saying this. That anyone who knows me know that I speak the truth and you cannot influence me with anything.
I love all the aspirants, but I love the NPP more. My friends in the NPP, if we look at what is happening in Ghana and NPP now, we are looking into the future. Based on my knowledge of the Party and judging from what is happening, I want to say and ask all of you to go and vote for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. We have to be very strategic as a party in order to win 2024 and the best strategic decision is to elect Vice president Bawumia as our flagbearer,” he stressed.
Reflecting on his extensive experience within the party, Botwe emphasized his deep knowledge of the NPP and its key figures. Acknowledging the presence of ten aspirants vying for the party’s flagbearer position, he affirmed his love for all the candidates but reaffirmed his unwavering dedication to the NPP.
“When it comes to the future of our beloved country, Ghana, the NPP is the only party that can guarantee progress,” Dan Botwe declared, rallying the crowd. With a keen eye on the political landscape and an intimate understanding of the inner workings of the party, the seasoned politician stressed the importance of a strategic decision to secure victory in the forthcoming elections.
“After much thoughtful consideration and careful analysis, I am confident that the best strategic decision for the NPP is to elect Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as our flagbearer,” Botwe asserted, prompting applause from the attendees.
He further highlighted Bawumia’s impeccable record of competence and unwavering loyalty to the NPP as the reasons behind his choice.
Notably, this public endorsement from an influential party member like Dan Botwe gives Bawumia’s candidacy a significant boost, elevating his profile within the party and potentially reshaping the dynamics of the flagbearer race.
As the NPP looks ahead to the 2024 elections, this development sparks speculation regarding the future direction of the party.
The drumbeat for Bawumia’s leadership has been growing steadily, with calls for him to succeed President Nana Akufo-Addo becoming more prominent among party faithful.
Now, with Hon. Dan Botwe publicly throwing his support behind Bawumia, a clear message is being sent to NPP members nationwide: Bawumia possesses the strategic acumenin and dedication required to propel the NPP to victory in 2024.
