Former NPP Regional Executives in Upper East Endorse Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for 2028 Flagbearership.

By – Gladys Apuweni

Thirty five (35) former Regional Executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Upper East Region led by Alhaji Issah Sanusi, former regional director of communication, have formally declared their unflinching support for Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the party’s preferred flagbearer for the 2028 General Elections.

At a press conference held at the NPP Regional Party Office in Bolgatanga on Friday January 23 2026. The former executives announced their collective decision following what they described as careful scrutiny of all five aspirants and deep reflection on the future of the party.

1. Speaking on behalf of the group, the leadership emphasized that their endorsement is driven by the urgent need to rebuild the party, unite its base, and recapture political power from the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).

“After extensive consultation and objective assessment, we are convinced that Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia represents the best possible choice for the NPP in 2028,” the statement read.

Why Bawumia?

The former executives outlined four main reasons for their support:

1. Leadership and Electability
They described Dr. Bawumia as a candidate with the caliber, experience, and national appeal required to lead the NPP back to victory in a highly competitive political environment.

2. Experience and Political Consistency
Having led the party into the 2024 elections and served as Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Dr. Bawumia brings invaluable experience. The group noted that the party’s tradition of giving its leaders a second opportunity has often proven to be a winning strategy.

3. Competence and Character
According to the executives, Dr. Bawumia has consistently demonstrated competence, humility, dedication, and resourcefulness qualities essential for rebuilding the party and steering Ghana toward sustainable progress.

4. Vision for Ghana
They highlighted his inclusive and people centered vision, which focuses on human development, innovation, and sustainable socio economic transformation. His ideas, they said, resonate with the aspirations of Ghanaians across all age groups.
Call to Party Delegates

The group concluded by urging all delegates of the New Patriotic Party to rally behind Dr. Bawumia during the party’s upcoming presidential primary scheduled for January 31,2026.

“We therefore call on all delegates of the New Patriotic Party to support Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to lead the NPP into the 2028 General Elections and secure victory for our great party.”

Source – gbcuraonline.com