KEY POINTS
- President Akufo-Addo endorses Bawumia for the 2024 presidency, praising his leadership readiness.
- Bawumia credited with economic stability under the NPP’s administration.
- Akufo-Addo highlights NPP achievements, urging continued progress.
Ghana’s President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has thrown his full support behind Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, declaring him ready and capable to lead the nation into its next chapter of development.
Speaking at the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) final rally at the University of Ghana, Legon, on December 5, President Akufo-Addo assured supporters that Bawumia, the party’s presidential candidate for the upcoming elections, is the ideal successor to sustain and accelerate the progress made under his administration.
“Bawumia has demonstrated unparalleled readiness to take Ghana forward,” Akufo-Addo asserted, emphasizing the Vice President’s extensive background in governance and economics.
Proven expertise and economic leadership
Akufo-Addo pointed to Bawumia’s pivotal role in stabilizing Ghana’s economy, citing his contributions as head of the economic management team. Under Bawumia’s guidance, the administration implemented key reforms, including measures that restored economic stability following challenges inherited from the previous government.
“His vision, expertise, and proven leadership make him uniquely qualified to tackle the nation’s challenges and deliver transformative growth,” Akufo-Addo stated, lauding Bawumia’s strategic approach to policy-making.
Building on NPP achievements
As reported by JoyOnline, the President also spotlighted his administration’s achievements, including the Free Senior High School program, healthcare infrastructure expansion, and efforts to enhance the business climate. He argued that Bawumia’s leadership would ensure continuity and innovation in these areas.
“Bawumia is the person who can take Ghana to the next level,” Akufo-Addo said, urging voters to rally behind the NPP for sustained stability and progress.
A vision for a brighter future
Akufo-Addo reiterated the NPP’s commitment to addressing Ghana’s pressing challenges and securing a prosperous future. He expressed confidence that Bawumia’s leadership would build upon existing successes while introducing fresh solutions to drive development.
“This election is about securing the gains we have made and charting a new course for accelerated growth,” Akufo-Addo concluded, encouraging Ghanaians to entrust the nation’s future to the NPP and its flagbearer, Mahamudu Bawumia.
