The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is set to officially unveil Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, also known as NAPO, as the running mate of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the party’s flagbearer, in Kumasi, the Ashanti regional capital today. This event marks a significant milestone in the party’s preparations for the 2024 presidential election.
Dr. Prempeh’s selection as Bawumia’s running mate was a culmination of a rigorous process by the party’s leadership to find a suitable partner for the flagbearer. The National Council of the NPP endorsed Dr. Prempeh’s selection on July 5, 2024, after careful consideration of his impressive record of public service and his potential to complement Dr. Bawumia’s leadership.
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed his confidence in their ability to lead the party to victory in the 2024 general elections. Dr. Prempeh has expressed his gratitude to Dr. Bawumia and the party for the opportunity to serve, and has pledged to work tirelessly to ensure a decisive victory for the NPP in the 2024 elections.
Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh is a renowned educationist and politician with a distinguished record of public service. He is the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South and a former Education Minister. His achievements as Minister of Education have earned him widespread recognition, and his leadership qualities, vision, and passion for development make him an excellent choice as Dr. Bawumia’s running mate.
The unveiling event is being held in Kumasi, a traditional stronghold of the New Patriotic Party, and is expected to draw a large crowd of party supporters and dignitaries. The event will feature speeches from Dr. Bawumia, Dr. Prempeh, and other party leaders, as well as cultural performances and a rally to energize the party’s base.
The unveiling of NAPO as Bawumia’s running mate is a significant development in the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election, which is shaping up to be a keenly contested race between the NPP and the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Dr. Prempeh’s selection is seen as a strategic move to consolidate the party’s support within its stronghold, the Ashanti Region, and nationwide.
The Bawumia-Prempeh ticket is expected to resonate with Ghanaians and secure a decisive victory in the 2024 elections. Dr. Prempeh’s experience in education and his leadership qualities are expected to complement Dr. Bawumia’s economic expertise, making them a formidable team.The NPP is confident that the Bawumia-Prempeh ticket will inspire hope and confidence in Ghanaians and secure a brighter future for the country.