Ken Ofori-Atta Eyed as Running Mate for Bawumia
Amidst intense speculation about the potential running mate for Ghana’s Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has emerged as a notable contender.
These discussions have gained momentum following President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s recent handover of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) leadership to Dr. Bawumia after the presidential primaries on November 7.
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President Akufo-Addo, who held the party’s leadership role since 2007, formally transferred the leadership mantle to Dr. Bawumia, adhering to the NPP’s constitutional process.
Now at the helm of the party, Dr. Bawumia faces the pivotal decision of selecting a running mate for the upcoming elections.
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The list of potential running mates under consideration includes prominent figures within the NPP such as Ursula Owusu-Ekuful (Minister of Communication), Yaw Adutwum (Minister of Education and MP for Bosomtwe), John Kumah (Deputy Finance Minister and Ejisu MP), Mathew Opoku Prempeh (Energy Minister), Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, among others.
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However, it is the inclusion of Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s name that has stirred particular interest. Recognized for his instrumental role in shaping Ghana’s financial policies, Ofori-Atta brings a wealth of experience to the potential partnership.
As deliberations continue, the synergy between Dr. Bawumia and Ofori-Atta is being closely scrutinized. The decision on the running mate is a critical one for Dr. Bawumia as he readies himself for the challenges of the 2024 elections.
The evolving dynamics within the NPP leadership and the strategic considerations for the upcoming polls add intrigue to the unfolding political landscape in Ghana.
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