Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has emphasized his commitment to accountability to the Ghanaian people, contrasting his approach with that of his main contender, former President John Mahama. He made these remarks while addressing the NPP International Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Saturday, March 23, 2024.
Bawumia highlighted that as someone who has not held the presidency before, he would feel more accountable to Ghanaians since he would have the opportunity to seek re-election. In contrast, he suggested that Mahama, who is not eligible for another term, might not be as accountable to the people.
“Apart from my proven track record as Vice President, hard work, credibility, and vision for the future of Ghana, another reason I should be voted for is that I will be more accountable to the people of Ghana than John Mahama,” he asserted.
“As President, I will be more accountable because I will have another opportunity to seek the mandate of the people. Mahama has just one term, and he won’t return to Ghanaians to seek re-election, so he won’t be as accountable,” Dr. Bawumia added.
Regarding the upcoming 2024 elections, Bawumia emphasized the importance of electing a leader with credibility and a proven track record to address generational problems and corruption. He portrayed himself as a problem solver and anti-corruption advocate, citing various policy initiatives he has championed as Vice President. These include the digital national identity system, the national property address system, mobile money interoperability, and the digitalization of public services, aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing corruption.
“Ghana needs problem solvers, generational thinkers, and people with innovative ideas,” Dr. Bawumia stated.
“I am a problem solver and a generational thinker with innovative ideas. I have a solid track record as Vice-President to prove it,” he added.
Additionally, Bawumia underscored his commitment to fighting corruption, contrasting it with what he described as a lack of commitment from former President Mahama.
“What policies did former President Mahama initiate to fight corruption as President or Vice President? If you ask him, he cannot name one because he was not committed to fighting corruption,” Dr. Bawumia asserted.
