Isaac Adongo, the Ranking Member on the Finance Committee of Parliament, criticized Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, for challenging John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress’ flagbearer, to an economic debate.
Bawumia recently issued this challenge during a rally in the Northern region, questioning the substance of Mahama’s economic policies, particularly criticizing the proposed 24-hour policy.
Adongo responded by dismissing Bawumia’s challenge as lacking merit, arguing that the Vice President fails to present new policies and instead blames economic challenges on external factors like the Russia-Ukraine conflict and COVID-19.
Adongo suggested that Bawumia’s call for a debate is an attempt to capitalize on Mahama’s popularity to bolster his own political career, rather than offering substantial economic solutions.
Regarding the debate, John Mahama’s campaign team has indicated a reluctance to participate, signaling a stance against engaging in a presidential debate with Dr. Bawumia.
“You have nothing substantial to contribute to any debate, except to provide us with pseudo-scientific explanations for COVID and the history of the Ukraine-Russia relationship! We do not want to hear any more excuses about COVID and Ukraine! Let’s focus and be serious, okay.
“You cannot rely on JM’s reputation to revive your floundering political career, characterized by failed economic management, debt distress, an insolvent Bank of Ghana, a significant depreciation of the Cedi, a cost of living crisis, and fiscal challenges,” he asserted.