The Dean of International Studies at the University of Cape Coast, Prof Samuel Bert Boadi Kusi, has advised Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) running mate, to consider adjusting his image to better connect with Ghanaians in preparation for the upcoming December 7 election.
Dr. Prempeh, also known as NAPO, is recognized for his outspokenness, authenticity, and lack of pretense. However, these qualities may have been misinterpreted by some Ghanaians, leading them to perceive him as arrogant.
Prof Kusi, a former National Secretary of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), shared these views during an interview on Adom FM’s morning show, Dwaso Nsem, on Monday.
NAPO is genuine and doesn’t pretend but he should know that the things he may be genuine about will hurt some people so now that he is the running mate, he should do well to reshape because numbers matter in politics so he should endeavour to win people to his side,
The Energy Minister and Manhyia South MP, known as NAPO, was officially endorsed as Dr. Bawumia’s running mate by the National Council of NPP on Thursday, July 4.
The announcement sparked a variety of reactions within the NPP and among Ghanaians. Prof Kusi, who closely collaborated with NAPO as UTAG Secretary, emphasized that labeling him as arrogant would be unfair.
He highlighted that during NAPO’s tenure as Education Minister, he maintained positive relationships with all unions. Prof Kusi believes that NAPO’s selection as Dr. Bawumia’s running mate is appropriate and foresees a productive working partnership for the benefit of Ghanaians.
NAPO has a good personal relationship and sense of humour. Bawumia is an academic and I believe with NAPO as a grounded politician, they will be good together.
