NAPO to stay as energy minister despite NPP running mate role-Spokesperson

The spokesperson for Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh has confirmed that despite his new role as the running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, he will continue to serve as Energy Minister.

According to Fiifi Boafo, NAPO is simply supporting the NPP flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, and therefore can effectively manage both responsibilities.

“He is capable of doing both, and we know how to go about it. NAPO will still serve as the running mate and Energy Minister. There are people to support him in his duties,” Mr. Boafo added.

The spokesperson also mentioned that the campaign was already in full swing.

“We have hit the ground running and are currently moving to the Western Region to campaign.”

The Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, was officially unveiled as the running mate of the NPP in Kumasi on Tuesday, July 9.

The announcement came after Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), formally informed the party’s national officers about his selection of Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh as his running mate for the upcoming 2024 general elections.

This decision marks a pivotal moment in the party’s strategy for the elections.