New Patriotic Party flagbearer Mahamudu Bawumia has said he is a competent Vice President who has great plans for Ghana.

Dr Bawumia told Africawatch in an interview that his competence and hard work are among the qualities that made President Nana Akufo-Addo settle on him as his three-time running mate.

"I think the president in all these years, was looking for a vice-presidential candidate who was up to the task and possessed the requisite capabilities to be a good complement. I think I just rightly fit that description" the NPP flagbearer said, adding: "A running-mate selection can be looked at from many angles, but I will not rule out trust, loyalty, competence, hard work, compatibility, and all the virtues one can think of".

He said: “Over the years, he observed me at close quarters and was satisfied with my contribution to the ticket", noting: "I believe the president has been vindicated in selecting me a record four times because of my contribution to our victory in 2016 and 2020, and my widely acknowledged performance as the best vice president in Ghana’s history.”

He said: "When the president asked me to be his running mate, I was very surprised, but it turns out I had come to the attention of some of the Party elders. At the time I was a deputy governor of the Bank of Ghana. I had to take the tough decision of abandoning my career for the uncertain world of politics. I reflected deeply on it and prayed about it."

"I realised that it was a God-sent opportunity to make a difference in Ghana, and to contribute to the development of our country at the highest levels. I was inspired by the vision and philosophy of the president and my inherent capabilities as a problem-solver. I knew I had something great to offer in support of the vision of the president and the NPP for Mother Ghana,” Dr Bawumia mentioned.