Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has promised that if elected president, he will serve as a unifying force for all Ghanaians, irrespective of their political or religious beliefs.
During a visit to his home by the Council of Regional Imams to congratulate him on being elected as flagbearer, the Vice President highlighted his vision of a nation that is inclusive and provides equal opportunities to all.
“I am for all, and if I am elected President, Insha Allah, by the good people of Ghana, I will be a President for all, regardless of one’s ethnic, religious, and political affiliations,” Dr Bawumia said.
“I will be a President for all because poverty, hunger, and disease don’t know whether you are a Muslim or a Christian, NPP or NDC, or whether you are this tribe or that tribe.”
Dr. Bawumia acknowledged Ghana’s diverse population and recognized the country’s blessing of peace and harmony. He emphasized the importance of maintaining this harmony, especially between the two major religious groups, Christians, and Muslims.
“If we live peacefully in Ghana despite our religious and political differences, it is because of such tolerance and respect for diversity,” he said.
“It is important for us all, especially between our two religious groups, to continue to respect this diversity and engage more with each other. We have to strengthen this beautiful relationship to preserve it and the peace we enjoy in this country.”
The Imams commended Dr. Bawumia for his commitment to diversity and urged him to continue engaging with the Christian community to enhance harmony.
The Imams’ Spokesperson, Sheikh Abdul Mumin Harun, praised the Vice President for his tolerance and respect for religious diversity. He emphasized that Islam promotes the development and maintenance of peaceful relationships between Muslims and Christians by referencing instances from the life of the Prophet Muhammad.
