According to the story by 3news today Saturday afternoon, Former Finance Minister Adam Amin has expressed disappointment over the outcome of the 2024 elections, blaming Ghanaians for betraying Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, whom he described as the best candidate for the country.
Speaking during a press conference in Tamale, Amin said he firmly believed that Dr. Bawumia had the right vision and policies to transform Ghana’s economy and improve the lives of ordinary citizens.
However, he argued that voters failed to recognize his capabilities and instead chose a different path.
“Dr. Bawumia was not just any candidate; he was a leader with clear, practical ideas to move Ghana forward,” Amin stated.
“Unfortunately, the people he dedicated himself to serve turned their backs on him.”
The former minister cited Dr. Bawumia’s contributions to Ghana’s digital transformation, including initiatives like the Ghana Card, mobile money interoperability, and the digitization of public services.
According to Amin, these achievements were evidence of Bawumia’s commitment to modernizing the economy and improving service delivery.
“He worked tirelessly to make life easier for Ghanaians through digital innovation. Today, you can renew your NHIS card from home, file taxes online, and access government services with ease – all thanks to him,” Amin emphasized.
Amin also accused political opponents of spreading misinformation during the campaign period, which he believes swayed voters against the former vice president.
He claimed that Dr. Bawumia became a scapegoat for the country’s economic challenges, even though external factors like the global pandemic and rising commodity prices played significant roles.
“It is unfortunate that instead of appreciating his efforts, people chose to believe false narratives,” Amin said.
“Blaming one man for global economic trends was unfair and unpatriotic.”
Despite his disappointment, the former finance minister urged Ghanaians to reflect on their decision and remain open-minded about future elections.
“We must learn from this experience. Let’s not allow politics to blind us from good leadership. Dr. Bawumia may have lost the election, but history will remember his efforts to build a better Ghana,” he concluded.
The 2024 election saw Dr. Bawumia lose to his main rival in a hotly contested race that was marked by economic concerns and intense political rhetoric.
Source: 3news