President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed strong confidence in Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, describing him as a capable and well-prepared leader ready to guide Ghana to greater heights.

The president urged Ghanaians to support Dr. Bawumia’s bid for the presidency, highlighting his extensive experience and clear vision for advancing the country’s development.

Speaking at a gathering of professional bodies in Kumasi on Sunday, November 24, President Akufo-Addo emphasized the critical role the Ashanti Region plays in ensuring electoral success for the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

He cautioned against repeating the perceived mistake of 2008, when the NPP lost power, urging the region to rally behind Dr. Bawumia and secure victory in the 2024 elections.

“We have two people who are in the race. One, a failed president and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. There are four other people who have had the blessing of the Almighty and the support of the people of Ghana to become presidents of Ghana.

“Jerry John Rawlings, John Agyekum Kufuor, John Dramani Mahama, and myself. Of all these, Jerry John Rawlings had a second term, John Agyekum Kufuor had a second term, and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo had a second term.

“The only one who was not given a second term was John Dramani Mahama and the reason is that he did a poor job.”