Massive Reactions As Bawumia And Kyei Mensah Allegedly Plan Gulf Nations Trip To Solicit Funds

As at November 2, 2026, Ghanaians have taken to social media in large numbers to react to a post claiming that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), and Osei Kyei Mensah Bonsu will be travelling to the Gulf nations to solicit funds for the 2028 elections.

Popular Ghanaian US based political and social commentator Kevin Taylor shared on his official Facebook page that the two political figures would be making the trip. The post has since triggered an avalanche of responses, with many users offering their thoughts within minutes of its publication.

A significant number of commenters responded with humour and sarcasm. Some joked about the length and nature of the journey, suggesting that the travellers could go as far as space if given the chance. Others wondered aloud whether a private jet would be chartered for the trip, while some quipped that the journey might be delayed a little. The playful tone dominated a large portion of the conversation, turning the post into a source of online banter.

Others used the moment to take political swipes. Some commenters referenced Ghana’s gold resources, suggesting the country’s mineral wealth is what makes such fundraising ambitions possible. A few argued that seeking funds abroad is far preferable to what they described as selling the country to other interests, and made reference to sensitive social and political debates. Another user drew a comparison with Ghana’s first president, suggesting that Kwame Nkrumah would have achieved more had social media existed in his time.

There were also reactions that mixed political nostalgia with modern slang, with some observers describing the pair’s alleged move as bold and others describing it as excessive. A handful of respondents appeared indifferent, questioning the significance of the news altogether, while others simply said they were waiting to see how events unfold.

The reactions underscore the continued appetite among Ghanaians for political discussion online, particularly as early conversations about the 2028 general elections gain momentum. At the time of writing, there had been no official confirmation of the claims from either Dr. Bawumia or Osei Kyei Mensah Bonsu.

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