It's not true I lost election 2024 because I’m a Muslim - Bawumia

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP's flagbearer for 2024, has rejected claims about his Muslim faith. He said these claims contributed to the party’s loss in the elections.

Speaking at the party's headquarters on April 23, he called the assertions baseless. He urged Ghanaians to focus on data instead of propaganda.

Bawumia noted that many people offered different reasons for their loss. Some claimed they did not vote for him because he is Muslim. He found this reasoning nonsensical and not reflective of Ghana.

To counter this claim, Bawumia pointed to the NPP primaries. Despite being the only Muslim candidate among ten, he was overwhelmingly chosen by the party.

He also referenced electoral data to challenge the narrative of religious bias. In many constituencies, he outperformed Christian candidates from his party. “If religion were a factor, that wouldn’t be the case,” he explained.

Bawumia cited Reverend Ntim Fordjour as an example. He received more votes than Fordjour in Assin South’s constituency. Additionally, independent research bodies like Global Info Analytics found no influence from religion or ethnicity in election results.

“It’s only propaganda,” he asserted firmly. “All research ruled out religion and tribe as factors.” He expressed pride that political choices are not driven by religious or tribal identities.

He encouraged Ghanaians to reject divisive narratives and stay united. “We are one nation,” he said. “Whether Muslim or Christian, we rise and move forward together.”