Election 2024: Don’t Vote for Someone Who Allowed Guinea Fowls Flee to Burkina – Bawumia Jabs Mahama
As the 2024 presidential election draws closer, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has intensified his campaign, targeting former President John Dramani Mahama with sharp jabs. Bawumia, who is seeking re-election alongside President Nana Akufo-Addo, made a scathing remark at a campaign rally, urging Ghanaians not to vote for someone who “allowed guinea fowls to flee to Burkina Faso.” The comment, delivered with characteristic wit, was aimed at Mahama’s time in office and the challenges the country faced during his tenure.
Bawumia’s statement refers to an incident during Mahama's presidency in which the country allegedly faced severe security challenges that led to economic instability. In his remarks, Bawumia suggested that under Mahama’s leadership, the country failed to protect its local industries, with even the guinea fowl industry reportedly suffering from neglect. The Vice President implied that Mahama’s government was ineffective in addressing crucial issues such as food security and rural development, which led to the collapse of sectors vital to Ghana’s agricultural economy.
The reference to guinea fowls fleeing to Burkina Faso was a metaphorical jab at the economic mismanagement that Bawumia claims characterized Mahama's administration. He pointed to the difficulties faced by farmers, local businesses, and the agricultural sector during that period. By highlighting this, Bawumia aimed to paint Mahama as a leader who allowed critical sectors to deteriorate, thus hindering Ghana’s progress.
Bawumia also praised the achievements of the current government, led by President Akufo-Addo, in fostering economic growth, stabilizing the currency, and improving infrastructure. He cited various projects initiated by the Akufo-Addo administration, including the flagship Free SHS program, the Planting for Food and Jobs initiative, and advancements in the digital economy.
“Under President Akufo-Addo, we have made significant strides. The progress we’ve made in just a few years shows that Ghana is on the right path, and we cannot afford to go back to the mistakes of the past,” Bawumia asserted.
While Mahama has not directly responded to the guinea fowl comment, his campaign has focused on criticizing the current government’s handling of the economy, particularly during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and rising global inflation.
As the election season heats up, Bawumia’s comment is just one of many fiery exchanges between the two political heavyweights. Both candidates are working tirelessly to sway voters, with Bawumia positioning himself as the candidate of progress and Mahama presenting himself as the alternative to the current administration’s policies. The election is expected to be a fierce battle, with each side pushing hard for the support of Ghana’s electorate.
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