By:Isaac Amoah
In less than three months to the December 7 general election,FoB – 2008 Foundation has intensified its campaign across the country to ensure a convincing one-touch victory for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Presidential Candidate for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).
The Chairman of the group, Alhaji Dr. Mahmoud Hamid Nassir-Deen in a group photograph with participants.
According to the group, Dr. Bawumia is the surest bet for Ghana’s accelerated development judging from his achievements as Vice-President and his numerous proposed policies and programmes for Ghanaians.
The Chairman of the group, Alhaji Dr.Mahmoud Hamid Nassir-Deen, Lawyer Charles Owusu Juanah and others.
Members of the group have, therefore, urged Ghanaians to go all out in their numbers on December 7 and vote massively for Dr. Bawumia to enable him to win and continue the good foundation laid by the Akufo-Addo administration.
Speaking at the regional co-ordinators meeting held at Royal Ann College of Health at Atwima-Manhyia near Abuakwa off the Kumasi-Sunyani road on Monday, 23rd September 2024, they were convinced that Dr. Bawumia and the NPP were the best for the country.
The Chairman of the group, Alhaji Dr.Mahmoud Hamid Nassir-Deen noted that there were many groups supporting the presidential ambition of Dr. Bawumia.
He said FoB-2008 Foundation was the first group to have been formed to support Dr. Bawumia when he started doing active politics.
Some scenes from the event
On Monday,23rd September,2024, the FoB’08 Foundation took a significant leap forward in its mission to ensure Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s presidential victory, welcoming seven voluntary groups into its fold. This merger strengthens the foundation’s grassroots presence and amplifies its voice.
New Partner Groups:
1. Breaking the Eight with DMB
2. Bawumia Ladies
3. Rapid Response Unit
4. Samira Ladies (Upper East)
5. Atwima Youth Development
6. FM2000
7. DMBV24
These groups share FoB’08 Foundation’s commitment to advancing Dr. Bawumia’s vision for Ghana. Together, they will mobilize support, coordinate outreach efforts, and drive engagement across the country.
Unified Objective:
Ensure Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s victory in the upcoming presidential elections.
Enhanced Capacity:
This merger boosts FoB’08 Foundation’s:
• Grassroots reach
• Volunteer base
• Regional presence
• Campaign momentum
FoB’08 Foundation Group Chairman & Founder, Alhaji Dr. Mahmoud Hamid Nassir-Deen, expressed enthusiasm:”We are thrilled to welcome these dedicated groups into our family. Together, we will work tirelessly to make Dr. Bawumia’s presidency a reality.”Let’s work together towards a brighter future for Ghana”.
The FoB’08 Foundation group Chairman, on behalf of the executives, heaped praises on Mr. John Kwame Duodu, aka Sir John, NPP
First Vice-Chairman for Atwima Nwabiagya South, who is also the Ashanti Regional TESCON patron, FoB Deputy National Organiser.
Sir John was given a standing ovation for devoting his time and resources for the campaign activities of Dr. Bawumia and the NPP.
On his part,FoB’08 foundation Patron, Lawyer Charles Owusu Juanah, stated emphatically that the upcoming general election is not like the other elections that have been held in the country over the years.
According to him, the 2024 general election is critical and crucial, for which reason it needs to be taken seriously by the rank file of the party, especially by FoB’08 foundation members.
He said the need for NPP to focus on grassroot campaigns cannot be underestimated to enable the electorate to know the unprecedented achievements of the NPP government.
Lawyer Juanah said because of the well-being and better future of Ghanaians, they should all redouble their efforts to retain the NPP in power, adding that the NPP had done a lot.
“…There’s an impending danger if Ghanaians should make a mistake to vote for John Mahama,” he cautioned.