“Bawumia can never be President, he has no message” – Hon. Hawa Koomson fires

Ghanaian politician Hawa Koomson has reportedly criticised former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, declaring that he cannot become President because, in her view, he lacks a convincing message to present to Ghanaians.

The reported remarks have drawn attention to the internal political discussions within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as prominent members continue to debate the party’s leadership, public image and future direction following its defeat in the 2024 general elections.

Bawumia, who served as Vice President under former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, was the NPP’s presidential candidate in the December 2024 election. He contested against National Democratic Congress candidate John Dramani Mahama, who won the election and returned to office in January 2025.

Hawa Koomson, a former Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East and former minister, has also been an influential figure within the NPP. Her reported criticism of Bawumia has attracted interest because disagreements among senior party members can influence discussions about leadership and the party’s strategy ahead of future elections.

The central issue raised by the reported statement concerns the message a presidential candidate offers voters. Political campaigns often depend on a candidate’s ability to explain proposed policies, demonstrate an understanding of citizens’ concerns and present credible plans for addressing economic and social challenges.

Ghanaian voters continue to debate issues such as employment, the cost of living, economic management, education and healthcare. These concerns are likely to remain important considerations in discussions about the country’s future political leadership.

Bawumia’s supporters may point to his experience in government and his proposals on digitalisation and economic transformation when assessing his political record. Critics, meanwhile, may question aspects of his previous administration’s performance or the effectiveness of the policies associated with his leadership.

Koomson’s reported comments therefore add to the wider debate about what the NPP needs to do to rebuild public confidence and determine its leadership direction after its electoral defeat.

However, the exact context of her statement and any subsequent response from Bawumia would need confirmation from the original interview or a reliable news report.

Ultimately, the party’s internal discussions will continue to involve questions about leadership, policy priorities and how its eventual candidate intends to address the concerns of Ghanaian voters.

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