A coalition of 220 former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) who served under the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration from 2017 to 2024 has declared their full support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections. The group, known as the Forum of Former MMDCEs for Dr. Bawumia, made the announcement at a press conference held at the Alisa Hotel in Accra on Monday, June 23.
“Our endorsement is not merely symbolic; it is a strategic and operational commitment,” the group said. “With 95% of us having previously served as Constituency and Regional Executives—some for over 16 years—we possess an intimate understanding of the NPP’s structures, dynamics, and electoral needs. We will deploy this experience to ensure Dr. Bawumia’s message resonates in every corner of Ghana.”
The former MMDCEs praised Dr. Bawumia for his proven record in public service, particularly his leadership in Ghana’s digital transformation. “His initiatives, such as the Ghana Card, mobile money interoperability, and the paperless ports system, have improved efficiency and formalized key sectors of the economy,” they noted.
The group commended Dr. Bawumia’s inclusive leadership style, describing him as “accessible, humble, and a unifier who engages with all factions of the party.” They believe his popularity with the grassroots, youth, and floating voters gives the NPP a competitive advantage heading into the next national elections.
“We view Dr. Bawumia as a leader who balances continuity and innovation, capable of upholding Ghana’s development gains while introducing new ideas for national progress,” the former MMDCEs said. They pledged to mobilize their grassroots networks across all 16 regions to support his campaign.
“We, the former MMDCEs, are not just endorsing—we are activating our networks,” they declared. “We will: Resource the campaign through fundraising and logistical support; mobilise at the grassroots in all 16 regions, leveraging our deep-rooted connections; engage in door-to-door campaigns, articulating Dr. Bawumia’s vision, and counter misinformation with facts about his achievements and potential.
