Vice-President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has emphasized the significance of conducting a clean and respectful campaign In the midst of the escalating New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearership race.
Speaking to devoted party members on Tuesday, Dr. Bawumia stressed that once the contest concludes, it is imperative for the party to unite as a cohesive force to prevent the National Democratic Congress (NDC) from returning to power.
Dr. Bawumia firmly asserted that the internal competition should not become acrimonious thus his supporters and spokespersons should not to engage in retaliatory measures against aspirants who launch attacks against him.
Dr Bawumia stressed that as a family, it is crucial for all factions to recognise that a united front was necessary to confront the “main enemy,” which is the NDC.
“I have instructed all my supporters and spokespersons that we must conduct a clean campaign, avoiding any form of insults.”
“We are one family, and we must remain united. Once the contest concludes, we will come together as a cohesive force to ensure the NDC does not return to power.”
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The NPP will elect its flagbearer for the 2024 elections on November 4.
So far, all 10 flagbearer hopefuls have been cleared to contest in the upcoming elections.
The party disclosed this in a press release issued on Wednesday, July 12.
According to the press statement, the Prof Mike Oquaye Vetting Committee approved all 10 candidates after vetting them individually.
The General Secretary of the party, Justin Kodua Frimpong said the Committee made this known in their report pursuant to Article 10(3) of the NPP constitution.