The National Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, , has reiterated his decision to ignore calls for a debate with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, .
Speaking at a campaign rally on Thursday, October 17, 2024, Mahama stated that the NPP's push for a debate is an attempt to elevate Bawumia's standing to prevent his defeat in the upcoming election.
Mahama made it clear that he has no intention of granting Bawumia the chance to rise to his level, dismissing calls for the debate outright. "I woke up this morning and saw a message from Nana Akufo-Addo asking why I'm refusing to debate Bawumia.
Bawumia doesn't deserve a debate.