Dr. John Osae-Kwapong, a political scientist and fellow at CDD-Ghana, has suggested that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate for the 2024 elections, could be re-nominated in 2028.
Dr. Bawumia recently lost to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in both the presidential and parliamentary elections. Speaking on the AM Show on December 13, Dr. Osae-Kwapong explained that the NPP’s decision would depend on their interpretation of the 2024 election results.
Key Points:
- Re-nomination Possibility: If the NPP attributes the loss to internal factors rather than a strong NDC campaign, they may opt to give Dr. Bawumia another chance.
- Strategic Calculations: The dynamics of 2028 will be critical since John Mahama, who won in 2024, is limited to one term, potentially changing the political landscape.
- Learning from Mistakes: Dr. Osae-Kwapong emphasized that the NPP must carefully analyze their loss and make strategic adjustments for future elections.
- Candidate Dynamics: The party’s choice of candidate in 2028 will also depend on the NDC’s strategy and the performance of Mahama’s administration.
The political scientist highlighted that the stakes for 2028 could be higher as the NPP aims to regain its voter base and address internal challenges.
