The spokesperson for Dr. Bawumia’s 2024 campaign, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has announced that Dr. Bawumia will only join the upcoming presidential debate organized by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) if former President John Dramani Mahama also participates.

The IEA has scheduled two presidential debates, for October 22 and November 19, 2024, respectively. In addition, there will be a vice-presidential debate on November 5, 2024, and five evening encounters leading up to the December 7 elections.

The first evening encounter is set for September 18, with the final one on October 15.

In an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Eyewitness News on Citi FM, Aboagye emphasized that while Dr. Bawumia is keen to discuss national issues, it is essential for former President Mahama to be present to ensure a balanced and comprehensive debate.

Mr Aboagye stated that since the December election is essentially a contest between Dr. Bawumia and Mahama, the debate would lack substance without Mahama's participation.