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    NPP’s Running Mate Revelation: Akomea Unveils Timeline Amid Speculation

    Insight NewsBy Insight NewsDecember 9, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
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    Insights into the Selection Process and Anticipation Surrounding NPP’s Running Mate.

    In the unfolding drama leading up to the 2024 elections in Ghana, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has kept the nation on its toes with the delay in announcing NPP’s running mate.

    Nana Akomea, the head of communications for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign team, recently shed light on the process during an appearance on the Good Morning Ghana show on Metro TV.

    The Unveiling of the Timeline
    On December 8, Nana Akomea took to the airwaves to unveil the timeline for the announcement of the party’s running mate by its flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Contrary to expectations, Akomea revealed that formal discussions about a shortlist for the running mate had not taken place within the party.

    Speculation and Frontrunners
    Although a shortlist had not been formally discussed, Akomea acknowledged the existence of several names circulating as potential frontrunners and possibilities for the role.

    ALSO READ: Bawumia Sets the Record Straight: “I Never Said You Can Use Ghana Card to Buy a Car”

    The lack of formal discussions has, however, not stopped the speculation and discourse surrounding potential candidates, creating a climate of anticipation within the political landscape.

    Concerns and Caution
    Expressing his hope for a smoother selection process than the intense flagbearership contest experienced earlier, Akomea cautioned against potential challenges arising from the delay.

    He highlighted the importance of prompt denials by individuals tagged as frontrunners, particularly those who are Members of Parliament (MPs).

    This concern stems from the party’s scheduled primaries for MPs in January, creating a potential dilemma for those considering rerunning in their constituencies after being identified as potential frontrunners.

    Logistical Challenges and Dilemma
    Akomea underscored the potential logistical challenges, emphasizing the need for candidates to deny their candidacy promptly.

    He explained that a delay in denial could lead to a need for another primary if a candidate, after winning in the parliamentary primaries, is subsequently selected as the running mate. This, he noted, could create a complex situation for the party and its members.

    ALSO READ: Bawumia’s Running Mate Choice Kept Under Wraps, Says Nana Akomea

    Bawumia’s Request for Extension
    The revelation comes in the wake of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s request for an extension of time to consult on his selection of a partner as NPP’s running mate.

    The General Secretary of the party, Justin Frimpong Kodua, made this announcement at a press conference in Accra following a crucial meeting by the NPP’s National Executive Committee and National Council.

    As the political landscape in Ghana continues to evolve, the NPP’s delay in announcing its running mate has added a layer of suspense to the upcoming elections.

    Nana Akomea’s insights into the process provide a glimpse into the complexities and challenges faced by the party as it navigates the path to selecting a running mate for the 2024 elections.

    As the nation awaits the final decision, the speculation and anticipation surrounding potential candidates are likely to intensify in the coming weeks.

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