Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's recent campaign tour in the North has ignited discussions on social media as he laid prostrate on the floor at the palace of The Overlord of Gonja, Yagbonwura Bi-Kunuto Jewu Soale I.

This unusual display has left many questioning the authenticity of his actions.

During his visit, part of his engagement with traditional leaders involved a distinct moment at the Yagbonwura's residence, where Bawumia, regardless of his white attire, lay face down before the chief and onlookers.

Subsequently, he was conferred with the title of Konukolewura, translating to Chief of Unity.

Despite his reputation for humility and down-to-earth qualities, emphasized by his party members and campaign team, this specific gesture has sparked diverse opinions, with some suggesting that he might be overemphasizing humility.

Social media comments captured by @larrylartey on X reflect various perspectives:

@ImoroNuhu1: "He did this at the Yagbonwura palace. That's how Gonja's greet the overlord of the kingdom. Politics aside, it's not out of order unless you are not familiar with the traditions of the Gonja."

@keembobo: "Bawumia was enskined on that day, so traditionally he becomes a royal and had to do as custom demands."

@SteveJo09022767: "This is what Bawumia has reduced himself to. The new Mr. Ibu of Ghana 😂😂"

@MusahShiraz1: "The desperation speaks volumes."

@adjeistephen2: "Madness 😠 at its best."

@GhJingoist: "Excessive show of counterfeit humility. Or time-dependent show of humility."

@DadaAsterix: "Things we do for power."

@prosper_ac63010: "This is desperation, and no one is or chief is higher than the president, and no president or vice is to bow to any chief."