Lawyer Maurice Ampaw has expressed the belief that Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s potential victory in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries aligns with what he sees as God’s plan for Ghana.
During an interview with the media, the private legal practitioner suggested that Dr. Bawumia is destined to become Ghana’s first Muslim president.
He further asserted that Bawumia’s presidency could lead to increased investment from the Arab world, particularly Saudi Arabia and the broader Islamic community, which would positively impact Ghana’s economy and contribute to the needed transformation.
“If Bawumia wins, it is in line with what God has said. For the first time, we are going to get a Muslim President. And Saudi Arabia and the Islamic community would be investing hugely in this country to support our economy. That is what we need now,” he said.
Ampaw dismissed claims that Ghana is not ready for a Muslim president and expressed his support for the idea, stating,“I’m in for a Muslim becoming a President. Ghana is ready for this and Insha Allah, we will get it”.
However, he made it clear that he would not support the NPP or campaign for them if Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, becomes the party’s presidential candidate.
Mr Ampaw believes that Kennedy Agyapong lacks the qualities needed to be a successful president and described his potential candidacy as a political disaster for both the party and the nation.