John Dramani Mahama, a former president and presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has categorically rejected the notion of debating Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP’s flagbearer.
Mahama made the audacious comment that he did not think a debate with Bawumia was necessary to “elevate him to his level.”
Mahama underlined, “He should go and debate the people of Ghana and apologize to them,” when speaking to a group. I know my level.
In addition, Mr. Mahama brought up Dr. Bawumia’s remarks made prior to the 2016 general election, in which he requested that he debate the people of Ghana rather than Mr. Akufo-Addo, the NPP’s nominee at the time. He mentioned how he readily agreed to participate in debates even as sitting president.
His remarks are interpreted as a pointed criticism of the Vice President’s work, especially with regard to the nation’s economic management, which Mahama has frequently questioned.
The NPP’s long-standing request has been satisfied by Mahama’s refusal to debate Bawumia since it appears that the former president is more interested in interacting with voters directly than in squabbling with his political opponent.
Known for his economic rhetoric, Bawumia has not yet responded to Mahama’s statements.
The remarks made by the NDC candidate might determine the course of the fierce political struggle that precedes the general elections in 2024.
The goal of both parties is to win over voters who are becoming more and more concerned with social welfare, government, and the health of the economy.
