Defence Minister, Dr. Omane Boamah, has criticized former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, for attributing the party’s defeat in the 2024 elections to external factors rather than accepting personal responsibility. In a recent Facebook post, Dr. Boamah accused Dr. Bawumia of shifting blame and failing to acknowledge his role in the party’s electoral loss.
Dr. Bawumia had pointed to several reasons for the NPP’s loss, including the controversial Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), the unpopular E-Levy, internal disunity, and what he termed as “arrogance of power.” He argued that these issues contributed to a significant erosion of public trust. However, Dr. Boamah countered these claims, arguing that Dr. Bawumia’s remarks were an attempt to deflect attention from his own role in the party’s defeat.
In his Facebook post, Dr. Boamah wrote, “Elections 2024: Bawumia is blaming everything & everybody EXCEPT HIMSELF. Bawumia was critical of the NPP’s economic mess!” Dr. Boamah’s criticism comes amid increasing scrutiny of Dr. Bawumia’s role in Ghana’s economic management during the NPP’s administration, especially as he served as head of the Economic Management Team.
Several analysts and political figures, including Dr. Boamah, argue that the economic difficulties experienced under the NPP government were key factors behind the party’s electoral defeat. Dr. Bawumia’s failure to acknowledge his role in these economic challenges has been seen as a lack of accountability and a refusal to take responsibility for the party’s actions.
Dr. Omane Boamah’s criticism of Dr. Bawumia highlights the need for accountability and transparency in politics. As a former Presidential Candidate and member of the Economic Management Team, Dr. Bawumia’s role in the NPP’s economic policies cannot be overstated. It is essential that he takes responsibility for his actions and acknowledges his part in the party’s defeat, rather than shifting blame to external factors.
The NPP’s defeat in the 2024 elections has significant implications for the party’s future. As the party reflects on its performance and prepares for the next election, it is essential that its leaders take responsibility for their actions and work towards rebuilding public trust. Dr. Bawumia’s refusal to accept personal responsibility for the party’s defeat raises questions about his leadership and accountability, and may have implications for his future role in the party.
