A group known as the Patriotic Movement for Bawumia is urging the flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to announce his running mate before the end of May 2024.

The pro-NPP group argues that an early announcement of the running mate would allow the party to kickstart a robust campaign, thus increasing their chances of success in the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections.

During a press conference held in Kumasi on Sunday, April 21, 2024, the group stressed the importance of selecting a running mate to expand the party's campaign outreach. They believe that the chosen individual will play a crucial role in disseminating the party's message across the country.

James Aggrey Fiifi Eshun, the spokesperson for the group and the second vice chairperson for the Oforikrom Constituency, cautioned Dr. Bawumia against succumbing to pressure from individuals vying for the running mate position.

He criticized the publicity stunts employed by some individuals to garner attention from the flagbearer, deeming such actions unnecessary. Eshun emphasized that the running mate position within the NPP should not be subjected to competition, and therefore, lobbying and candidate advertisements should cease.

“Pressure on Bawumia to name his running mate is unnecessary. We should give him the opportunity to select a person of his own. It is not a race so we should stop that advertisement of candidates,” he urged.