Chairman of the Communications Committee of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign team, Nana Akomea, has stated that there is no justification for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to replace the former Vice President as its flagbearer for the 2028 general election.
Nana Akomea, who is also the former Member of Parliament (MP) for Okaikoi South, said Dr Bawumia’s experience and track record in government place him ahead of his competitors in the party’s presidential race.
“He has served as Vice President for eight years and has acted as president during that period. None of these facts has changed. So, for those contesting him, the question is—why do they want him replaced? When it comes to experience, he is still far ahead of his competitors,” Nana Akomea said.
He further urged delegates to consider the character and attitude of the person they choose to lead the party, noting that leadership goes beyond rhetoric.
“In choosing a leader, we must look at the person’s attitude and character. You need someone who is accessible, respectful, humble, and does not promote division. If you choose someone who tells others not to vote for a person because of their tribe, those comments only make things worse. How can such a person convince members of those tribes or religions to vote for him?” he added.
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who is contesting the NPP presidential primary with four other aspirants, is currently on day three of his ‘Our Journey Together’ tour in the Bono East Region.
As part of his itinerary, he visited Pru East, Pru West, and Kintampo North, where he interacted with delegates and party faithful as part of his campaign to lead the NPP into the 2028 polls.
Dr. Bawumia had earlier visited Sene East and West Constituencies as well as Atebubu Amantin on the first day of the campaign.
