Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Hajia Alima Mahama, has praised the capabilities of Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the Vice Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), asserting that he has the potential to excel as Ghana’s Vice President.
Reflecting on her experience, the former Minister for Local Government and Rural Development shared that she had the opportunity to observe Dr. Opoku Prempeh during cabinet meetings while he served as Ghana’s Education Minister. She confidently emphasized that he embodies humility and dedication.
Ms. Alima Mahama made these remarks during an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Memphis, Tennessee, coinciding with Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s visit to the city.
She dismissed the perception that the NPP Running Mate is “arrogant,” emphasizing instead that
I watched him at cabinet meetings and I will tell you what I know about him. He is humble and he takes criticism in good faith without being angry or upset. When people say he is arrogant, I find it difficult to believe that
She expressed confidence that the Bawumia/Opoku Prempeh partnership will achieve a significant victory in the upcoming elections. Additionally, she urged the Ghanaian community to register for their Ghana Card, highlighting its numerous benefits.