Former Vice President of Ghana, Mahamudu Bawumia, has remained active on Ghana’s political scene following the New Patriotic Party’s defeat in the 2024 general elections, repositioning himself as a leading voice within the opposition and preparing for a possible comeback in 2028.
Over the past several months, Dr. Bawumia has focused on rebuilding party unity, engaging international partners, and speaking strongly on issues of governance, democracy, and free speech.
In January 2026, he emerged victorious in the New Patriotic Party presidential primaries, securing the mandate to once again lead the party into the 2028 elections. Following the victory, he called for unity within the party, urging members to put aside internal divisions and focus on regaining public confidence.
“It will require the collective efforts of all aspirants to strengthen the party and win the confidence of Ghanaians ahead of the 2028 elections,” Dr. Bawumia stated during a campaign engagement in the Ashanti Region.
Since then, the former Vice President has embarked on reconciliation efforts within the NPP. Reports indicate he has held private meetings with former flagbearer contenders including Kennedy Agyapong, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Kwabena Agyepong, and Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum as part of efforts to foster party cohesion.
Beyond internal politics, Dr. Bawumia has also intensified diplomatic engagements. In April 2026, he met ambassadors from several European Union member states in Accra to discuss regional security, economic cooperation, and investment opportunities between Ghana and Europe.
“Our discussions focused on shared priorities, including regional security, deepening economic cooperation, as well as expanding investment opportunities in Ghana,” he said after the meeting.
Observers say the engagement signaled Dr. Bawumia’s attempt to maintain international relevance and project himself as a statesman with global connections and economic credentials.
At the same time, he has become increasingly vocal on national political developments under the government of President John Dramani Mahama.
In recent weeks, Dr. Bawumia accused the government of undermining democracy and suppressing free speech following the arrest and detention of some NPP activists and officials.
“Ghana’s democratic credentials are under attack. Freedom of expression is being sacrificed for political convenience,” he said during a meeting with party communicators.
In another strongly worded statement issued on May 13, 2026, he alleged that opposition supporters were facing intimidation and harassment.
“We fought hard for this democracy and as a party, we cannot surrender it to intimidation from those who possess temporary power today,” Dr. Bawumia declared.
Dr. Bawumia.
Within the NPP, Dr. Bawumia is also championing policy renewal and party restructuring. Earlier this year, the party announced plans to establish a dedicated policy unit aimed at developing alternative governance proposals and preparing for the next electoral cycle.
Political analysts believe Dr. Bawumia is attempting to reinvent himself after the party’s 2024 electoral defeat by focusing on unity, policy ideas, and strong opposition politics.
Although criticism remains over the economic challenges Ghana faced during his tenure as Vice President, his supporters insist he remains one of the country’s most experienced economic minds and a formidable political force ahead of the next elections.
For now, Dr. Bawumia appears determined to stay visible, rebuild trust within his party, and position himself as a central figure in Ghana’s evolving political landscape
