Visionary Leader, Global Economist: Ashanti NPP chairmen eulogise Bawumia at 63

The Ashanti Regional Constituency Chairmen Caucus of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has celebrated former Vice President and the party’s flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, on his 63rd birthday. In a statement dated October 7, 2026, the caucus, comprising all 47 NPP constituency chairmen in the Ashanti Region, described Dr Bawumia as a “visionary leader” and expressed its support for his political ambitions. The caucus said Dr Bawumia’s journey from Tamale Sakasaka Primary School to the Vice Presidency was an inspiration to young Ghanaians, citing his education, public service and political career. Dr Bawumia outlines plans to rebuild La Beach economy after demolition It also pointed out his background as an economist, noting his PhD from Simon Fraser University, First Class degree from the University of Buckingham and training at Oxford. "An economist of global repute, PhD Simon Fraser, First Class Buckingham, Oxford trained", it stated. The constituency chairmen also credited Dr Bawumia with championing several initiatives during his tenure as Vice President. "The digitalization champion who transformed Ghana's economy with Ghana Card, Mobile Money Interoperability, and Paperless Port", the statement said. The caucus praised Dr Bawumia for what it described as his compassion towards vulnerable groups, citing his birthday engagements with cured lepers, orphans and other disadvantaged people. "A humble servant who always celebrates his birthday with cured lepers, orphans and the vulnerable, showing true compassion," it stated. According to the group, Dr Bawumia has also played a role in efforts to unite the NPP following the party’s defeat in the 2024 general election as it prepares for the 2028 election. “On behalf of the 47 Constituencies in Ashanti, we pray Allah grants you long life, good health, wisdom and strength to lead the NPP to victory in 2028 and to lead Ghana to prosperity,” the statement said. The caucus added: “You have our unflinching support, our loyalty, and our prayers. Ashanti will always stand by you.” See the full statement below: ASHANTI REGIONAL NPP CONSTITUENCY CHAIRMAN CAUCUS Date: 7th October 2026 Ref: ASH/CAUCUS/HBD/07/26 HAPPY 63RD BIRTHDAY TO H.E. DR. MAHAMUDU BAWUMIA — ASHANTI CHAIRMAN CAUCUS CELEBRATES A VISIONARY LEADER The Ashanti Regional Constituency Chairmen Caucus of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), comprising all 47 Constituency Chairmen in the Ashanti Region, heart and stronghold of our great party, joins the nation to celebrate our flagbearer, former Vice President of the Republic, H.E. Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia on his 63rd Birthday today, 7th October 2026. Dr. Bawumia, you are not just a leader, you are an institution: An economist of global repute, PhD Simon Fraser, First Class Buckingham, Oxford trained The digitalization champion who transformed Ghana's economy with Ghana Card, Mobile Money Interoperability, and Paperless Ports A humble servant who always celebrates his birthday with cured lepers, orphans and the vulnerable — showing true compassion The man who has united the NPP with courage after 2024, leading our comeback to 2028 From Tamale Sakasaka Primary to the Vice Presidency, your story inspires every young Ghanaian that with education, hard work and faith, anything is possible. On behalf of the 47 Constituencies in Ashanti, we pray Allah grants you long life, good health, wisdom and strength to lead the NPP to victory in 2028 and to lead Ghana to prosperity. You have our unflinching support, our loyalty, and our prayers. Ashanti will always stand by you. Afehyia Pa, Your Excellency! Happy Birthday! Allah bless you, bless the NPP, and bless Ghana. Signed: Hon. Frederick Agyemang Mensah, Secretary, Ashanti Regional Chairman Caucus For and on behalf of all 47 Constituency Chairmen – Ashanti Region JKB/VPO How a Visit to GHACEM Inspired Ibrahim Mahama to Build Dzata Cement Source: www.ghanaweb.com
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