Bawumia's running mate: Volta NPP advocates for Napo

Some members of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Volta Region have called for the nomination of the Minister of Energy, Mathew Opoku Prempeh, as the running mate for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the 2024 general election.

The members identified themselves as the Bawumia Fun Club, led by Rashid Raji.

According to Rashid Raji, in a virtual press engagement on Saturday, May 11, 2024, the minister, popularly known as Napo, is a distinguished politician who has worked for the development of the party and Ghana eloquently, hence the call to nominate him to be Bawumia's running mate.

"Dr. Prempeh's tenure as the Minister for Education during the Nana Addo administration was marked by transformative reforms, notably the successful implementation of the Free Senior High (SHS) policy, which significantly expanded educational access for our youth.

"Dr. Opoku Prempeh's exceptional rapport with all regions, including the Volta Region, coupled with his laudable track record in various capacities, has earned him widespread acclaim and recognition, notably as the best Minister in 2017 and 2019," Rashid said.

Rashid added that votes for the NPP will increase in the Volta Region if Napo is considered, saying, "If we choose Napo, it will increase the votes in the Volta Region as well because Napo is related to Voltarians."

The group is, therefore, appealing to the leadership of the party to consider Napo over any other potential nominee.

They said they believe that Bawumia and Napo are good candidates that can give the NPP another victory in the December polls.

Rashid Raji, however, urged the party to rally behind the Energy Minister for victory in 2024.