Kow Essuman Kow Essuman, Legal Counsel to the President, has stated that Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia represents the future of the country, while former President John Dramani Mahama symbolises the past. His comments come in the context of ongoing political debate as the nation prepares for the upcoming 2024 general elections. Mr Essuman argued that Dr. Bawumia embodies the qualities and vision necessary to propel Ghana into a new era of development and prosperity.