Source:tntnewspapergh.com
Dr.Mathew Opoku Prempeh,aka Napo,the running mate to the governing New Patriotic Party(NPP) 2024 flagbearer,Dr.Mahamudu Bawumia,has stated emphatically that, he did not mean to denigrate the former President,Dr.Kwame Nkrumah or any other President in his recent assessment of the performance of Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s achievements.
The immediate past Energy Minister, who doubles as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Manhyia South in a statement dated 12th July, 2024,has cleared the air.
Dr.Mathew Opoku Prempeh aka Napo
The full statement entitled “I DID NOT MEAN TO DENIGRATE FORMER PRESIDENT,KWAME NKRUMAH OR ANY OTHER PRESIDENT”, is attached below: “My statement last Tuesday,9th July in Kumasi on the performance of President Akufo-Addo has elicited varied reactions.
The statement reflects my personal opinion about President Akufo-Addo’s impact related to other Presidents we have had.
I wish to emphasize that I never meant to disrespect our former President,Dr.Kwame Nkrumah,or any of our former heads of State, including my own grand uncle and mentor,Mr.John Agyekum Kufour.
I note the concerns raised after my statement. I apologise sincerely and regret any discomfort caused.Thank You.Dr.Mathew Opoku Prempeh,Running mate to the NPP Presidential candidate,July12,2024.