Bawumia Dares John Mahama To A Debate Ahead Of 2024 Presidential Elections

Bawumia Dares John Mahama To A Debate Ahead Of 2024 Presidential Elections

  • Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has dared John Mahama to face him in a debate
  • He said the debate would allow Ghanaians the opportunity to assess the proposals both candidates have for fixing the economy
  • Dr Bawumia commenced his nationwide campaign today, April 29, 2024, and is set to address the issues affecting Ghana

The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has challenged the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Mahama, to a debate ahead of the December 7 polls.

According to Dr Bawumia, the debate would offer Ghanaians the opportunity to assess the solutions each candidate proposes to the country’s economic challenges.

Bawumia Dares John Mahama To A Debate Ahead Of 2024 Presidential Elections
Bawumia says John Mahama should face him in a debate.
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This was contained in a press statement issued by the Director of Communication for Dr Bawumia, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, to announce the commencement of the vice president’s 2024 election campaign.

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He noted that the big issue of 2024 would come down to the two personalities, and thus, it was fair that they be given the opportunity to defend their proposals for fixing Ghana’s pertinent problems.

Dennis Aboagye stated that the Bawumia campaign urges the Ghanaian electorates to focus on the credibility and wight of the policies of each candidate and make a choice.

He added that in the following months, Dr Bawumia will address all major issues facing Ghana and how he intends to solve them while consolidating the gains made by the Akufo-Addo administration if given the nod in the upcoming elections.

Dr Bawumia commences 2024 campaign

Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, commenced his first round of campaigning on April 29, 2024.

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He is expected to begin in the Eastern Region and then proceed to all 16 regions of the country within a month.

According to the Director of Communication for Dr Bawumia, the campaign will be issue-based and will respond to the pertinent needs of Ghanaians.

Dr Bawumia is set to meet many stakeholders, including traditional leaders, the clergy, youth, traders, transport operators, students and businesses.

He is also expected to embark on a media tour, hold town hall meetings, and other stakeholder engagements with Ghanaians.

According to Dennis Aboagye, the measures established by Dr Bawumia and his campaign team will produce a very inclusive, constructive and impactful campaign tour.

Akufo-Addo reiterates desire to see Bawumia as next president

YEN.com.gh has reported that President Nana Akufo-Addo has reiterated his desire to see Mahamudu Bawumia succeed him as President.

Akufo-Addo also pledged his commitment to ensure a peaceful election and transition process.

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The president was speaking during an address to the chiefs and people of Wa in the Upper West Region.

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Cornerlis Affre (CA and Politics Editor) Cornerlis Kweku Affre is a Current Affairs Editor at Yen.com. He covers politics, business, and other current affairs. He has worked with Myjoyonline.com for four years and was previously a radio host and news editor at RadioGIJ. You can reach out to him at cornerlis.affre@yen.com.gh