The path has been cleared for the National Council of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to endorse Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO, as the running mate for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the upcoming December 7 elections.
This development follows a series of crucial consultations by the party’s flagbearer, culminating in the acceptance of Dr. Opoku Prempeh by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the NPP Majority in Parliament.
In preparation for the formal presentation of his running mate to the party’s National Council, Dr. Bawumia held a strategic meeting on Sunday evening with Dr. Opoku Prempeh and Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, commonly referred to as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP.
The meeting aimed to resolve any differences between the two and to strategize for the upcoming campaign.
Majority Caucus Backs NAPO
On Friday, June 28, 2024, Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin confirmed the caucus’s full support for Dr. Bawumia’s choice of NAPO as his running mate.
Speaking to Citi FM, Mr. Afenyo-Markin revealed that the party’s leadership had a comprehensive discussion with Dr. Bawumia regarding his selection.
“Yes, the leader of our party and flagbearer met with the leadership of Parliament and had an extensive engagement with us, regarding the way forward for the party going into the 2024 elections. The conclusion was that our respected colleague, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, is his choice for running mate. This is normally the practice, and out of respect, the caucus would have to be informed and engaged about the decision,” he stated.
He added, “After, I proceeded and engaged the caucus, and so far, the feedback has been positive. The generality of the caucus members is in support of his choice. What it is, is that for it to become official or confirmed, there’s going to be a national council meeting. From what he tells us, it appears that there’s going to be a general consensus on that, and that will be no problem"
"We also enquired from him about the views of the President on it, and it was very positive. So, this means that the various organs have been engaged with the information and that everything is set for our brother, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, to join him to hold the flag of the party for the 2024 elections.”
Strategic Unity
The meeting between Dr. Bawumia, Dr. Opoku Prempeh, and Chairman Wontumi underscores the strategic unity within the NPP as they prepare for the upcoming elections.
By addressing any potential conflicts and aligning their strategies, the party aims to present a united front to the electorate.
With the formal endorsement of Dr. Opoku Prempeh as the running mate anticipated soon, the NPP is poised to kick off a vigorous campaign for the December 7 elections.
The party’s leadership is confident that this strategic partnership will resonate with voters and strengthen their bid for another term in office.
Story by: Thinknewsonline
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