Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidate for the 2024 elections, has reaffirmed his commitment to the peace and stability of Ghana.
He said “we don’t want to tear down this country” while speaking after filing his presidential nomination forms at the Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters today.
Dr. Bawumia emphasized the importance of uplifting the nation during the election process.
Accompanied by key party leaders, including his running mate, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the NPP’s National Chairman, General Secretary, and Majority Leader in Parliament, Dr. Bawumia described the filing as a historic moment in his political career.
“Personally, it’s a very historic opportunity to submit these forms for the first time as a presidential candidate,” he said.
Dr. Bawumia urged Ghanaians to unite in prayer for a peaceful election process, emphasizing that the goal is to build the nation, not divide it.
“We should all pray for God’s blessings for our dear country, Ghana. As we embark on this election process, we need God to continue to bless our country. What we are trying to do is to uplift the country. We don’t want to tear down the country. It is important that after the election, our country is uplifted,” he stressed.
Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa, who received the forms, remarked on the significance of the occasion, noting that this is the first time a sitting Vice President has filed a nomination to contest for the presidency.
Dr. Bawumia now has five days to review his nomination forms and make any necessary amendments if required by the EC. Party supporters gathered at the NPP headquarters for a scheduled address following the submission.