According to Joseph Osei Owusu, he was first tipped to be Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate in the 2024 elections, but he was forced to turn down the offer because of his health.
Speaking on Asetene Pa with Akoto Mansa, Osei Owusu disclosed that he was invited by the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to collaborate with Bawumia, and that even then-President Nana Akufo-Addo personally called him to convince him to accept the role.