Akufo-Addo has been vindicated in selecting me as his Vice President – Bawumia

Mahumudu Bawumia, has stated that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo made no mistake in choosing him as his running mate for four successive elections.

Bawumia, then deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, served as the president’s running mate from the 2008 to 2020 elections.

In an interview with Africa Watch Magazine, Dr Bawumia expressed that the president’s choice of him has been justified, citing his performance since the NPP government assumed power.

He also highlighted his contributions to the party’s victories in 2016 and 2020, stating that he met the president’s criteria for a vice president when he was seeking one.

Bawumia elaborated on his reasons for accepting the role of the President’s running mate, explaining that he viewed the opportunity as divinely sent to effect change in Ghana.

He also noted that he was motivated by the president’s vision and philosophy, which led to his acceptance of the running mate position.

“When the president asked me to be his running mate, I was very surprised, but it turns out I had come to the attention of some of the Party elders