‎NPP flagbearer hopeful Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has stated that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) remains aggrieved over his self-styled campaign in 2016, which he believes contributed to the New Patriotic Party’s victory.
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‎According to him, this resentment has led the NDC to dislike him and resort to insults whenever his name is mentioned.
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‎Speaking during a campaign event in the Okaikwei South constituency and shared on X, Dr Bawumia noted that although such attacks persist, he has chosen not to be distracted by them.
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‎“The 2016 campaign was a heated one, and that is why the NDC does not like me. Whenever they hear my name, they resort to insults, but I will not be bothered,” he said.

‎The former vice president further alleged that the NDC is working tirelessly to ensure he does not win the NPP’s upcoming January 31 primary, preferring that delegates vote for another candidate instead.
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‎“Do you know that the NDC does not want you to vote for me in the primary, but instead for someone else? But why should a different party decide who becomes the candidate for your party? I do not believe the constituents of Okaikwei South will allow that,” Dr Bawumia declared.
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‎The video has since generated discussions online, with supporters praising his defiance and critics questioning his claims.
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‎Watch the video below:
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“The NDC dislikes me because of the 2016 campaign. They insult me anytime they hear my name, and they don’t want delegates to vote for me on January 31.” - Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia pic.twitter.com/ooFKdImiG1

— EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) December 31, 2025