The Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), will be officially unveiled as Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's running mate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) on today, Tuesday, July 9, in Kumasi, Ashanti Region. According to the Ashanti Regional Organiser of the NPP, Francis Adomako, the region is eagerly anticipating the event.On Friday, July 5, the NPP's National Council formally endorsed NAPO as Dr.

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Bawumia's running mate, a decision that has garnered praise from top party officials, including President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who expressed confidence in their leadership abilities ahead of the 2024 general elections.Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh expressed gratitude to Dr. Bawumia for entrusting him with the role of running mate, pledging full commitment to ensuring victory for the party.

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In response to criticisms of his perceived arrogance, the NPP has defended NAPO staunchly, with suggestions emerging that he should use prepared scripts to manage his public appearances effectively.Following NAPO's elevation, the NPP has opened nominations for the Manhyia South constituency, leaving the parliamentary seat vacant pending an official declaration by Parliament.

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The party has assured a fair nomination process and cautioned aspirants to maintain decorum, stressing the internal nature of the selection.In a potentially intriguing development, NAPO's brother, Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, is reportedly seeking the same parliamentary seat, setting the stage for a family rivalry in local politics.The 2024 presidential election is shaping up to be fiercely contested, with the NPP's duo, Dr.

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Mahamudu Bawumia and Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), facing off against the National Democratic Congress (NDC) ticket led by former President John Dramani Mahama and Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang.

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