GhanaFact.com has investigated a widely circulated press statement claiming the resignation of Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as Napo, as the running mate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.

The media house confirmed on July 16, 2024, that the letter alleging Dr. Opoku Prempeh's resignation is not authentic and does not originate from the ruling party.

The press release in question, adorned with the NPP logo and Dr. Opoku Prempeh's name, purported his resignation following controversial remarks he made about Ghana's first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.

The statement claimed Dr. Opoku Prempeh made the decision after reflecting on public reactions and consulting with family members, including the Asantehene, HRM Otumfour Osei Tutu.

According to GhanaFact's investigation, the press release has been widely shared on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), garnering significant attention with over 91,000 views, 729 likes, and 185 comments. Various accounts amplified the false claim with captions suggesting his resignation was in the best interest of the country.

Background checks by GhanaFact revealed that neither the NPP nor Dr. Opoku Prempeh's official spokesperson, Fiifi Boafo, have endorsed or published any resignation letter. Fiifi Boafo explicitly refuted the press release, labeling it as entirely false.

In conclusion, GhanaFact rates the claim as false and emphasizes that the purported resignation letter is fabricated. There is no credible evidence or official statement corroborating the misinformation spread on social media.