The Member of Parliament for Damongo and Ranking Member on Parliament\u2019s Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has described Mahamudu Bawumia as the most prepared and best suited leader to guide Ghana beyond 2028, while expressing confidence that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will regain public trust ahead of the next general elections.<\/p>\n
Speaking on\u00a0The Pulse<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>on\u00a0JoyNews<\/strong>, Mr Jinapor said the NPP\u2019s decision to elect Dr Bawumia as its flagbearer reflects strong confidence in a leader he believes possesses the vision, competence and integrity required to address Ghana\u2019s challenges.<\/p>\n \u201cThe NPP elected a very extraordinary man, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a very solid personality in Ghanaian politics, with a lot of experience, a man of enormous integrity, clarity of thought, and with a clear vision for our country,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n Mr Jinapor also pointed to Dr Bawumia\u2019s policy proposals, particularly his commitment to introducing a flat tax regime at Ghana\u2019s ports, arguing that it would improve predictability for businesses, stimulate private sector growth and reduce the cost of living.<\/p>\n \u201cDr Mahamudu Bawumia promised and committed to a flat tax rate at the port to ensure that the private sector thrives and that importers are given the opportunity to import with a tax regime which gives them predictability,\u201d he stated, adding that similar models have been implemented successfully in other countries.<\/p>\n Beyond policy proposals, the former Lands and Natural Resources Minister highlighted Dr Bawumia\u2019s role in government, citing the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme as a key initiative that boosted Ghana\u2019s gold reserves at the Bank of Ghana and contributed to currency stability.<\/p>\n \u201cFor me, one of the things I am most proud of was the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme,\u201d he noted, while also referencing the Agenda 111 hospital project as part of the former Vice President\u2019s broader governance record.<\/p>\n Mr Jinapor acknowledged, however, that the NPP faces a significant task in rebuilding after what he described as a poor performance in the 2024 general elections.<\/p>\n \u201cWe had such a bad year in 2024. There\u2019s absolutely no two ways about that,\u201d he admitted.<\/p>\n He disclosed that the party has begun a comprehensive reorganisation process from the polling station level up to the national structure, with expectations that the exercise will be completed by September.<\/p>\n \u201cWe have just begun our reorganisation from the polling station to electoral area, to constituency, to regional, and to national,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n Despite the NPP\u2019s current Minority position in Parliament, Mr Jinapor insisted that effectiveness is not solely determined by numbers.<\/p>\n \u201cNumbers don\u2019t carry the day. Numbers carry the vote\u2026 that doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that you will win the argument,\u201d he said, pointing to past parliaments where the party influenced national debate despite being in the minority.<\/p>\n He added that the Minority Caucus, under the leadership of Alexander Afenyo-Markin, remains focused on holding the government accountable and presenting alternative policy options.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s not going to be easy\u2026 but we are pulling our weight,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n Mr Jinapor further indicated that the NPP will intensify its parliamentary efforts when the House resumes, stressing the importance of offering credible alternatives to the governing administration.<\/p>\n \u201cWe will do even a lot more to hold the government accountable and present an alternative view in parliament. That is what the Ghanaian people need,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n He expressed confidence that Dr Bawumia and the NPP will present a compelling policy platform to address key national concerns, including youth unemployment and rising living costs.<\/p>\n \u201cBy the grace of God, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and the NPP will be putting a strong formula, strategy and blueprint before the Ghanaian people\u2026 to ensure that we win the confidence of the Ghanaian people,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Member of Parliament for Damongo and Ranking Member on Parliament\u2019s Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has described Mahamudu Bawumia as the most prepared and best suited leader to guide Ghana beyond 2028, while expressing confidence that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will regain public trust ahead of the next general elections. 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