Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is receiving massive endorsement across the country ahead of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primary on 31st January, 2025.
The NPP presidential candidate for the 2024 general election is seeking re-election to lead the main opposition party again into the 2028 polls.
He is gaining strong backing from both current and former executives of the NPP across key regions as he campaigns for the party’s flagbearership slot.
Dr Bawumia’s tour is already generating enthusiasm among party faithful in Ashanti, Eastern, Central, and Greater Accra Regions as party leaders, former appointees, and constituency executives have openly thrown their support behind him.
Many NPP faithful have praised the former Vice President’s dedication to the party, noting how he has contributed to its growth and strengthened its structures over the years.
From the grassroots to senior leadership, there is an overwhelming belief that Dr Bawumia is the leader best positioned to unite the party and lead it successfully into the 2028 presidential and parliamentary elections.
Ashanti region support
In the NPP stronghold of the Ashanti Region, Dr Bawumia received a rousing welcome during his extensive engagement with party executives from September 10 to 12, 2025.
Current and former party executives, former government appointees, Members of Parliament (MPs) and constituency leaders came together to express their backing for his bid to become the party’s flagbearer.
They spoke warmly of Dr Bawumia’s constant engagement with the grassroots, his efforts to modernise party operations, and the innovative ideas he has brought to the NPP over the years, making him the best suited to lead the party forward.
Again, party stalwarts praised the former Vice President’s loyalty, strategic vision, and tireless commitment, saying these qualities have strengthened the party’s base across the country.
The party executives noted his ability to bridge the gap between the party’s traditional support areas and new constituencies, pointing to his humility, intellect, and dedication to national development as traits that have earned him respect both within the NPP and among ordinary Ghanaians.
The energy at the former Vice President’s engagements was unmistakable as supporters were heard chanting “No change,” “Bawumia, no challenger,” “Bawumia is the only one we know,” and “Chart no ato! Bawumia is the man.”
At meetings in Adansi Akrofuom, Bekwai, Konongo, Effiduase, Mampong, Offinso, Abuakwa, and Ahodwo, constituency executives praised Bawumia’s deep thinking, hard work, and humility, describing him as a visionary whose problem-solving approach is exactly what the NPP and the country need.
Eastern Region
During his two-day campaign tour of the Eastern Region on September 24 and 25, 2025, Dr. Bawumia received an equally strong response, with regional and constituency executives praising him for being approachable and inclusive.
According to them, Dr. Bawumia’s visits were not just ceremonial, but a genuine effort to listen to concerns and bring people together.
They described the former Vice President as someone who bridges the generation gap in the party and inspires young members to participate actively in shaping its future.
“We have never seen a leader so approachable Dr. Bawumia doesn’t just visit for show. He listens, he engages with everyone, regardless of their position. When he comes here, you can feel that he genuinely cares about the people and the party,” one senior regional executive said.
“He asks questions, he hears our concerns, and he makes us feel included. It’s not about politics alone; it’s about building relationships, uniting the party, and making everyone feel their voice matters,” another constituency official added.
Dr. Bawumia’s campaign style, some of the executives further noted, promotes dialogue and collaboration.
“It’s not about giving speeches from a podium. He walks among us, talks to us, and listens to us. That kind of leadership strengthens the party more than anything else,” they said.
It would be recalled that 15 out of 23 NPP MPs in the region openly declared their support for Dr. Bawumia’s flagbearership ahead of his visit to the region.
Among the endorsing MPs were Ida Adwoa Asiedu (Ayensuano), Korkor Asante (Atiwa West), Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (Ofoase Ayirebi), Frank Annoh Dompreh (Nsawam Adoagyiri), Sammi Awuku (Akuapem North) and Kofi Okyere Baafi (New Juaben South).
The rest were Akwasi Acquah (Oda), Kingsley Agyemang (Abuakwa South), Nana Ampaw Addo-Frempong (Abuakwa North), Kwame Appiah Kodua (Fanteakwa North), Duke Ofori-Atta (Fanteakwa South), Frank Asiedu Bekoe (Suhum), Charles Asuako Owiredu (Abirem), Kingsley Ahenkora Marfo (Achiase), and Alex Agyare (Kade).
Speaking on behalf of the group, Achiase MP Kofi Ahenkorah Marfo said Dr. Bawumia possessed the right combination of experience, vision, and appeal to lead the party to victory.
“We are declaring our support because we are clear in our minds that Dr. Bawumia is the best candidate to lead us to victory in the 2028 elections,” he stated.
Central Region
Also in the Central Region, current and former regional and constituency executives, alongside former appointees, expressed their overwhelming support for Dr. Bawumia in his mission to recapture political power in 2028.
There was a massive show of support during his engagements with party leaders in the region on September 29 and October 2, 2025, where he held extensive discussions with executives about the party’s future and his vision for national leadership.
The executives emphasised that their support is rooted in Dr. Bawumia’s demonstrated leadership qualities, including his accessibility, inclusiveness, and ability to unite party members across all levels.
They noted that his interactions with the party reflect genuine concern for the perspectives and ideas of both senior and younger members, creating an atmosphere of collaboration and shared purpose.
The party executives pointed out that many of Dr. Bawumia’s policy proposals, initially met with scepticism, have begun to yield positive results, confirming his foresight and strategic thinking.
They insisted that endorsing him as the flagbearer for 2028 will safeguard the party’s progress, prevent setbacks, and position the NPP for a successful return to power.
Greater Accra Region
Just like the other regions, former and current regional and constituency executives in the Greater Accra Region have expressed overwhelming support for Dr. Bawumia to lead the NPP into the 2028 general election.
The endorsement came during Dr. Bawumia’s campaign tour of the region, which took place from October 1 to October 5, 2025, where he engaged directly with party leaders and stakeholders.
The executives emphasised that their support for Dr. Bawumia is grounded in his proven track record, political acumen, and ability to unify the party.
They noted that the former Vice President remains the most winnable candidate and is well-positioned to lead the NPP to victory in the next election.
Market women root for support
MP for Trobu, Gloria Owusu, declared her firm support for Dr Bawumia, describing him as the “people’s choice” to lead the NPP into the 2028 election.
Madam Owusu recounted a recent encounter at the Dome Market, where market women expressed their preference for Dr. Bawumia and urged party leaders to make the right decision by choosing the former Vice President. She said that the women cautioned her that failing to present Dr. Bawumia as the party’s candidate in 2028 would have serious consequences for the NPP.
