The Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has explained why 15 MPs from the Eastern Region have openly endorsed former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s presidential bid.
Speaking on Dwaso Nsem on Adom FM, the former Information Minister said the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is in a phase of rebuilding following its defeat in the 2024 general elections.
He noted that several measures are being put in place to strengthen the party’s structures ahead of the next polls.
“As a party, we have reviewed our constitution, and at the moment, we do not have a leader. Preparations are therefore underway for our presidential primaries,” he explained.
Mr. Oppong Nkrumah observed that with five aspirants in the race, members are assessing who has the strongest appeal to secure victory in the next elections.
On the endorsement of Dr. Bawumia, he clarified that the 15 Eastern Region MPs form part of about 60 parliamentarians nationwide who have already declared support for him.
He added that their participation in the Vice President’s campaign launch in the region was to help engage constituents and enhance his visibility.
“There is nothing strange about it. We are in the process of reorganising and selecting a flagbearer who can help us win back power, and many of us believe Dr. Bawumia has that capacity,” Mr. Oppong Nkrumah stressed.
Source: Gertrude Otchere
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