Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has stated that he has his own vision and priorities and that if Ghanaians offer him the opportunity to lead the country, he will govern as his own man, guided by God Almighty.
“My vision is to build an inclusive, food self-sufficient, data-driven and systems based nation that will fully participate in the global digital revolution to solve our problems and also usher in a golden age of benefits from our natural resources,” he stated.
Dr. Bawumia said in his victory speech at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday after being elected flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) that he wants to lead a nation that improves and unleashes the talents of its youth and provides good jobs with good pay, as well as sustainable growth with macroeconomic discipline.
“As the presidential candidate of the NPP, it would be my commitment to the youth of Ghana. The talent of our youth in various sectors such as information technology, robotics, entrepreneurship, creative arts, sports, etc. is just amazing.
“When we bring the talents of the youth together, we will surely build a mighty nation. Together, we can transform this nation and do even more, in many areas,” the Vice President told the enthusiastic crowd of NPP supporters.
Invitation
Dr. Bawumia, therefore, invited the youth, particularly the ‘Gen Zs’ to join him in “this journey of great possibilities,” intimating, “I have a place for you.”
“As a technocrat, it was doubted if I would gain space in a politics long dominated by career politicians. This victory is an invitation to technocrats and professionals to join me in this journey of possibilities. The NPP has a place for you. I have a place for you,” he stressed.
“With open arms I invite everyone watching or listening to me tonight to join us on this journey of possibilities. Together we can build this nation,” he entreated.
According to him, he is encouraged by the ingenuity and the can-do spirit of the Ghanaian youth, the tireless efforts of the country’s farmers, the bravery of the fisher folks, the business acumen of “our mothers and sisters in the markets, the passion of our drivers, the dedication to service by our security personnel, the sacrifices of our teachers, as well as the commitment of our doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers.”
He also indicated that he was encouraged by the literate Ghanaian society the government is creating, through the free access to secondary education and expanded support for tertiary education.
“Our country’s future is really bright with a highly educated and skilled youthful population, leveraging technology for our economic transformation,” Dr. Bawumia said.
“My brothers and sisters, I am encouraged by the beautiful diversity of our country, our peaceful co-existence which respects each other’s faith, which unites us and brings all of us together for a common goal of seeing a transformed Ghana,” he added.
He said the real work towards retaining political power starts now, noting that he has no intention of slowing down.
“I will get right back to work, sit down with Ghanaians from all walks of life, from civil society and student organisations to young professionals, stakeholders in the business community and religious leadership.
“The positon I seek needs to be earned, and I intend to show every single voter, from the farmer to the financial head, that I am the right man for the job,” he asserted.
By Ebenezer K. Amponsah