Political Strategist and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Consultant, Michael Sarfo-Kantanka, has declared his support for Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the party’s upcoming delegates election, describing him as the most competent and credible choice to lead the party and the country.
In a statement announcing his decision, Sarfo-Kantanka said his endorsement followed extensive engagements and an objective reassessment of all candidates seeking to lead the NPP. He explained that the process exposed him to firsthand accounts from individuals who have worked closely with Dr Bawumia, leading to what he described as a clearer understanding of the Vice President’s leadership style and contributions.
According to him, Dr Bawumia has been widely misunderstood and unfairly blamed for decisions taken during the previous NPP administration, stressing that many of the policies and initiatives personally championed by the Vice President continue to deliver measurable benefits to Ghanaians.
He pointed to the digitisation agenda and other structural reforms led by Dr Bawumia, noting that these interventions have become central to everyday governance and formal economic activity in Ghana.
Sarfo-Kantanka criticised what he described as the growing dominance of sentimental and populist political narratives, cautioning against the tendency to prioritise optics over substance. He said his political philosophy compels him to pursue truth and evidence, even when such positions run counter to popular opinion.
The Political Strategist revealed that his evaluation of the NPP presidential hopefuls was guided by key benchmarks, including technical competence, commitment to Ghana’s development agenda, loyalty to supporters, international credibility, humility, unity, and the practicality of policy ideas.
“On the basis of these criteria, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia clearly stands out,” he stated.
He further commended Dr Bawumia for maintaining a policy-focused campaign despite intense criticism, describing the Vice President’s approach as essential for moving Ghana’s politics from rhetoric to results.
Sarfo-Kantanka also highlighted Dr Bawumia’s inclusive leadership style and engagement with vulnerable groups, portraying him as a unifying figure capable of bridging divisions within the NPP and across the country.
Internationally, he cited Dr Bawumia’s recognition for his economic thought leadership and digital advocacy, including his participation in high-level global forums such as the International Monetary Fund and the United Nations.
He added that Dr Bawumia’s strong orientation toward data, research, and evidence-based policy makes him uniquely suited to lead the NPP’s accountability efforts against the Mahama administration, using facts and technical depth rather than political rhetoric.
