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The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahumudu Bawumia, has stated that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo made no mistake in choosing him as his running mate for four successive elections.<\/p>\n
Dr. Bawumia, then deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, served as the president\u2019s running mate from the 2008 to 2020 elections.<\/p>\n
In an interview with Africa Watch Magazine, Dr Bawumia expressed that the president\u2019s choice of him has been justified, citing his performance since the NPP government assumed power.<\/p>\n
He also highlighted his contributions to the party\u2019s victories in 2016 and 2020, stating that he met the president\u2019s criteria for a vice president when he was seeking one.<\/p>\n
\u201cI think the president in all these years, was looking for a vice-presidential candidate who was up to the task and possessed the requisite capabilities to be a good complement. I think I just rightly fit that description. A running-mate selection can be looked at from many angles, but I will not rule out trust, loyalty, competence, hard work, compatibility, and all the virtues one can think of.<\/p>\n
\u201cOver the years, he observed me at close quarters and was satisfied with my contribution to the ticket. I believe the president has been vindicated in selecting me a record four times because of my contribution to our victory in 2016 and 2020, and my widely acknowledged performance as the best vice president in Ghana\u2019s history.\u201d<\/p>\n
Dr. Bawumia elaborated on his reasons for accepting the role of the President\u2019s running mate, explaining that he viewed the opportunity as divinely sent to effect change in Ghana.<\/p>\n
He also noted that he was motivated by the president\u2019s vision and philosophy, which led to his acceptance of the running mate position.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen the president asked me to be his running mate, I was very surprised, but it turns out I had come to the attention of some of the Party elders. At the time I was a deputy governor of the Bank of Ghana. I had to take the tough decision of abandoning my career for the uncertain world of politics. I reflected deeply on it and prayed about it.<\/p>\n
\u201cI realized that it was a God-sent opportunity to make a difference in Ghana, and to contribute to the development of our country at the highest levels. I was inspired by the vision and philosophy of the president and my inherent capabilities as a problem-solver. I knew I had something great to offer in support of the vision of the president and the NPP for Mother Ghana,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n
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