In a scathing critique, Bright Bakye Yelviel Baligi, the Member of Parliament for Lambussie Constituency in the Upper West Region, has lambasted Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for allegedly falling short in delivering development to the northern regions of Ghana.
During an appearance on the GhanaAkoma morning show with Aduanaba Kofi Asante Ennin on Akoma FM, Mr. Yelviel Baligi vehemently dismissed media reports that Dr. Bawumia has significantly contributed to the progress of the people in the north of the country.
This outspoken criticism comes at a crucial juncture as the political landscape gears up for the upcoming 2024 elections.
Mr. Baligi, who is currently in the Ashanti Region to bolster the campaign tour of presidential hopeful Alan Kyerematen, challenged the narrative that Vice President Bawumia, being a native of the region, has left a positive legacy in terms of development.
He expressed skepticism about Dr. Bawumia's qualifications to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to victory in the impending elections.
In contrast, the Lambussie MP showered accolades on Alan Kyerematen, praising his dedication to progress and unity within the NPP.
Baligi firmly endorsed Kyerematen's candidacy, believing him to be the right choice to lead the party to triumph in the 2024 elections.
The MP also revealed that he is honored to be a part of Kyerematen's team, highlighting the enthusiasm and commitment exhibited by the presidential hopeful.
Furthermore, Baligi shed light on a prevailing sense of trepidation among NPP MPs to openly support Alan Kyerematen's presidential ambitions.
He revealed that many fear potential repercussions in terms of their political positions and prospects.
The MP called on NPP delegates in the Ashanti Region to rally behind a fellow regional leader and support Kyerematen's bid to lead the party to victory in the upcoming elections.
The Lambussie MP's critique of Vice President Bawumia's track record and his endorsement of Alan Kyerematen underscore the evolving dynamics within the NPP as it approaches the critical 2024 elections.