Flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, announced his manifesto team for the 2024 elections on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.
The committee, chaired by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and MP for Suame, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, includes notable figures like former Black Stars player Asamoah Gyan, who heads the Youth and Sports sub-committee, and Ing. Kwabena Agyapong, chairman of the Housing and Infrastructure sub-committee.
Rumors suggest that sub-committee chairs could become ministers in their respective sectors if Dr. Bawumia wins the presidency. Of particular interest to many Ghanaians will be Dr. Bawumia’s economic plans, given the current challenges facing the country.
To address these concerns, Dr. Bawumia has chosen Dr. Mark Assibey-Yeboah, former Chairman of the Finance Committee of Parliament and former MP for New Juaben South, to lead his economic team.
If the speculations are accurate, Dr. Assibey-Yeboah could become Dr. Bawumia’s Finance Minister in the event of a victory.
Who is Dr. Assibey-Yeboah
Dr. Assibey-Yeboah, known for his critique of the Akufo-Addo government’s policies, has a distinguished background in economics and politics. Born on March 2, 1974, he hails from Obo-Kwahu in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
Before entering politics, he served as a lecturer at various institutions in Ghana and the United States. Dr. Assibey-Yeboah holds a BSc in Agricultural Economics from KNUST, an MS in Agricultural and Resource Economics from the University of Delaware, and MA and PhD degrees in Economics from the University of Tennessee.
During his tenure as MP, he chaired the Finance Committee of Parliament and was known for demanding government accountability. He has also contributed to economic research, with his work published in reputable journals.
Dr. Assibey-Yeboah’s appointment signals Dr. Bawumia’s focus on economic recovery and stability, a critical issue for Ghana’s future.