A new book by investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni, titled The President Ghana Never Got, has provided details on the selection of (NAPO) as Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's running mate. According to the book, President was surprised to learn about Dr. Bawumia's choice from sources outside his immediate circle. Manasseh revealed in the book that the Asantehene, , reportedly became aware of the choice two months before the president was officially informed. "The Asantehene had mentioned it to the President.