The running mate of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has stirred discussions with his bold assertion that no Ghanaian president, including the esteemed Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, has developed Ghana as significantly as the current President, Nana Akufo-Addo.
Speaking during his official unveiling in Kumasi, Dr. Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO, extolled President Akufo-Addo’s developmental strides and transformative leadership, highlighting accomplishments he believes are unparalleled in Ghana’s history.
“Since independence from 1957 till today, we’ve not had any president that has helped Ghana like Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. I say from 1957 to now, if you take your Kwame Nkrumah, no one has become president who has protected Ghana and moved it forward like Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo,” NAPO declared.
He emphasized the substantial progress Ghana has made under President Akufo-Addo’s leadership across various sectors including education, healthcare, infrastructure, and the economy.
He specifically highlighted the Free SHS policy and the One District, One Factory initiative as key policies that have garnered widespread acclaim for their positive impact on national development.
According to NAPO, these initiatives are testament to President Akufo-Addo’s commitment to improving the lives of Ghanaians and fostering sustainable development.
He asserted that the President’s accomplishments have set a new benchmark in the country’s political history.
Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s remarks have sparked both praise and criticism, with some lauding his recognition of President Akufo-Addo’s efforts, while others argue that comparing current achievements to those of past leaders, particularly Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, is unwarranted and unacceptable.