Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has claimed that the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia administration has fulfilled 80% of the promises laid out in its 2020 manifesto.
Speaking at a media engagement on Sunday, August 25, Dr. Bawumia highlighted the government’s dedication to delivering on its commitments, even amid numerous challenges.
The Vice President pointed to the administration’s achievements as evidence of their commitment to the Ghanaian people. “I think that we have a very strong record in terms of honouring our promises,” Dr. Bawumia stated. “Even in the midst of all these crises, we have fulfilled 80% of our 2020 manifesto promises.”
In making his case, Dr. Bawumia contrasted the NPP’s track record with that of the opposition.
He specifically referenced former President John Dramani Mahama, the current flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
According to Bawumia, Mahama only fulfilled 28% of the promises made in his 2012 manifesto.
“My opponent, in his 2012 manifesto when he became president, only fulfiled 28% of his 2012 manifesto, 280 promises; he didn’t fulfil 203 of the 280 promises,” he claimed.
Dr. Bawumia’s assertions come as the NPP seeks to bolster its image ahead of the next general elections, emphasising a consistent track record of governance and accountability.
With these claims, the Vice President aims to distinguish the NPP’s governance approach from that of the NDC, focussing on what he perceives as their superior ability to deliver on promises.
As the political landscape in Ghana heats up, these comparisons and claims will likely become focal points of debate, with both parties seeking to convince Ghanaians of their competence and reliability.