Popular Ghanaian socialite, Ayisha Modi, has voiced her perspective on the selection of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer for the upcoming 2024 general elections.
In her view, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s election may not bring about substantial change and might not break the eight-year streak for the party.
She suggested that it’s time for Ghanaians to redirect their attention away from the NPP and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to open the door for other leaders to govern the nation.
Ayisha Modi stressed the necessity for the country to progress, as many politicians appear to be self-centered and neglect the welfare of the people.
She expressed her sentiments on Instagram, sharing a post featuring a picture of Dr. Bawumia and his wife, Samira Bawumia, with the caption, “The END OF NPP PARTY. The youth needs support, and it shouldn’t be limited to NPP and NDC. We live in a one-sided country where individuals prioritize themselves over the nation. We need progress.”
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia emerged victorious in the NPP Primaries and was officially declared as the party’s flagbearer for the 2024 elections.
The announcement of Dr. Bawumia’s victory was made by the Director of Elections at the Electoral Commission, Dr. Serebour Quaicoe.
Official results revealed that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia secured 118,210 votes, constituting 61.47% of the total votes cast.
Kennedy Agyapong, his closest competitor, came in second with 71,996 votes, accounting for 35.52% of the total valid votes.
Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto received 1,459 votes, while the fourth contender garnered 781 votes.
Party leaders and unsuccessful aspirants made statements, with the overarching theme revolving around the importance of unity and the objective to maintain political power as they head towards the 2024 elections.
The NPP is determined to retain the presidency after an eight-year tenure. Their aim is to set a record as the only political party to serve three consecutive terms in office, with each term spanning four years, hence their slogan, “break the 8.”