Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has thrown his weight behind the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) newly elected flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, describing him as a loyal party man with a deep love for Ghana and the appetite to lead the party back to power.

The former President made the remarks in a post on Wednesday after Dr Bawumia, accompanied by his wife, Samira Bawumia, paid a courtesy call on him following his victory in the NPP’s presidential primaries held on January 31.

Reflecting on their long political partnership, Nana Akufo-Addo recalled choosing Dr Bawumia as his running mate 18 years ago, a decision that saw them campaign side by side through four elections.

“I know his mind, his character, his love for Ghana, and his appetite for hard work. He is loyal to party and country,” the former President stated.

He expressed confidence that with the backing of the party’s grassroots and the continued support of its financiers, Dr Bawumia has what it takes to lead the NPP back to electoral victory.

“With the full support of our rank and file and the continued generosity of our supporters, I know that he will lead us back to victory,” Nana Akufo-Addo added.

Dr Bawumia emerged as the winner of the NPP primaries on January 31, securing the mandate to lead the party into the next general election, as the party seeks to reclaim power after its defeat in the 2024 polls.