NPP-UK, YEF raise £1.2m to support Dr Bawumia’s campaign
The United Kingdom (UK) branch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), in collaboration with the Young Executives Forum (YEF), has raised approximately £1.2 million to support the campaign of the Vice -President and NPP presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, ahead of the 7 December 2024 general elections.
This record-breaking amount was raised during a fundraising dinner dance held on Saturday, 22 June 2024, at the Landmark Hotel in Central London.
This fundraising achievement marks the highest amount ever raised by the NPP-UK branch for an election campaign, surpassing previous records of $150,000 for the Akufo-Addo campaign in 2016 and $450,000 in 2020.
The significant financial support reflects the strong faith and commitment of the NPP-UK and YEF in Dr. Bawumia’s vision for Ghana.
Dr. Bawumia’s commitment to change
Addressing the attendees at the fundraiser, Dr. Bawumia expressed his deep appreciation for the overwhelming support from the NPP-UK and YEF.
He emphasized his commitment to leading a vigorous campaign to ensure the NPP’s victory in the upcoming elections. Dr. Bawumia highlighted his primary objective to shift the mindset of Ghanaians towards possibilities rather than limitations, aiming to foster a more optimistic and proactive national outlook.
He reported the success of the initial phase of his campaign, which spanned all 16 regions of Ghana from 29 April to 12 June 2024.
Dr. Bawumia announced plans to intensify his campaign efforts in the coming months, shifting into higher gears as the election approaches.
Calls for accountability and support
General Secretary of the NPP, Justin Frimpong Koduah, praised the NPP-UK for its consistent support over the past 32 years and stressed the importance of the upcoming elections for Ghana’s development.
He highlighted the advantage of having a candidate like Dr. Bawumia, who can run for two terms, ensuring greater accountability and long-term planning compared to a one-term candidate from the opposing party.
Kingsley Adumattah Agyapong, Chairman of the NPP-UK branch, assured Dr. Bawumia of unwavering support from the NPP-UK, pledging to secure every constituency allocated to them.
He commended Dr. Bawumia’s impactful contributions as Vice President, particularly in the digitalization of public services and the introduction of mobile money interoperability.
YEF’s dedication
Bennard Owusu, Chairman of the Young Executives Forum, also conveyed his gratitude for the Vice-President’s participation and pledged the YEF’s full support for the campaign.
He highlighted the significant donations and pledges made, emphasizing the shared goal of seeing Dr. Bawumia elected as Ghana’s next leader.
