Techiman South MP Urges NPP Delegates to Back Bawumia, Dismiss Rivals’ ‘Lies’ in Flagbearer Race
The Member of Parliament for Techiman South, Martin Adjei Mensah Korsah, has rallied New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates in Bono East to stand firm behind Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, warning against propaganda from rival aspirants that seeks to undermine the former Vice President’s bid for the party’s 2028 flagbearer slot.
Speaking during Bawumia’s campaign tour in Techiman on Saturday, October 18, Korsah positioned Bawumia as the unrivaled frontrunner, citing his national popularity and proven track record.
“They will come here and tell you so many things in their bid to pull down Dr. Bawumia,” Korsah cautioned, urging delegates to ignore such “lies.”
He highlighted Bawumia’s extensive visibility and service as Vice President, arguing that no other contender matches his appeal. “Apart from President Mahama, who is well known because he has been President, no politician in Ghana is more popular than Dr. Bawumia. Everywhere we have gone, he is well known by the people,” the MP asserted.
Korsah, a former Deputy Minister for Local Government and Rural Development who secured his Techiman South seat after a contentious 2024 election recount, emphasized the efficiency of promoting Bawumia.
“We have already marketed him. We will need to put in more effort to sell a new candidate—about 10 times more effort than we will require to market Doctor,” he said, advocating against “experimenting” with lesser-known figures when victory is paramount.
Drawing on Fourth Republic history, where no first-time candidate has won the presidency outright, Korsah noted Bawumia’s 2024 run as a “test of humility and patience” that positions 2028 for triumph. “If we want to move forward, let’s stick with Bawumia for victory,” he declared.
The endorsement comes amid intensifying primaries ahead of January 2026 voting, where Bawumia faces competition from figures like Kennedy Agyapong and Kwadwo Afriyie. Korsah’s appeal in Bono East—a NPP stronghold with five constituencies—could bolster Bawumia’s delegate support, building on recent tours signaling strong grassroots confidence.
As the party eyes a comeback after losing power in 2024, such unity calls underscore the high stakes for reclaiming the presidency.
