President Akufo-Addo has stated that he is confident that Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia will succeed him as president.

President Akufo-Addo emphasized Dr. Bawumia’s unwavering dedication and tireless efforts during Thursday, April 11, the national Eid celebration. He affirmed that Dr. Bawumia has earned his place and will receive full support in his presidential ambitions after his term ends.

President Akufo-Addo underlined the importance of Dr. Bawumia’s historic nomination as the New Patriotic Party’s first Muslim flagbearer.

In addition to praising Dr. Bawumia for his significant contributions to the growth of Muslim communities, President Akufo-Addo emphasized the significance of sustaining this momentum.

During his speech, President Akufo-Addo reaffirmed his unshakable faith in Dr. Bawumia’s capacity for leadership and commitment to serving the country.

“Fortunately, the Vice President, Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, is the elected flagbearer of my party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), indeed, the first of the Muslim faith to occupy that important position, and is in pole position, by the grace and benediction of Almighty Allah, to take over from me on 7th January 2025, Insha Allah.”

“As a Muslim, I do not doubt that he will continue to work with you to enhance the benefits of the Fund for the development of Zongo communities. I have no doubt that I have been an inclusive President. I plead with you to uphold this principle of inclusivity for the equitable development of our country,” President Akufo-Addo said.