Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Ghana’s Energy Minister, says his selection as running mate to NPP Presidential Candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, is part of God’s plan for his life.
Opoku Prempeh’s selection was unanimously endorsed by the party’s National Council at a meeting in Accra on Thursday.
The Energy Minister affectionately called NAPO issued a statement thanking the National Council and the Party for endorsing his candidature.
Napo added: “I view this nomination as part of God’s plan for my life, and I am grateful for His guidance in directing my path. I consider this nomination as a call to higher service, a call to sacrifice, and a duty to perform,”
“I am deeply honoured today as the chosen running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). I am humbled to be nominated by our distinguished flagbearer, H.E. Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and endorsed unanimously by the National Council,” Opoku Prempeh stated.
Expressing gratitude towards the National Council and President Nana Akufo-Addo, Prempeh acknowledged the trust and confidence placed in him, saying: “I express my gratitude to the National Council, the rank-and-file of our party, and our esteemed President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, for their unwavering support and faith in me.”
“I understand that the task ahead requires our collective effort, and I, therefore, plead with every party member to come on board as we seek the mandate of our countrymen and women once again to serve them.”
“As I assume the role of running mate alongside my esteemed boss, H.E. Dr. Bawumia, I am committed to supporting him to prosecute a formidable 2024 campaign. Let us work together towards a brighter future for Ghana.”
“My philosophies remain service and leadership. May God bless our Homeland, Ghana. Thank you.”
