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I’ll recommend Matthew Opoku Prempeh as running mate; he brings political value and capital – Mustapha Hamid

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul Hamid, says the Minister of Energy, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, is the ideal candidate to be chosen as the running mate for Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

Dr. Hamid, a former Information Minister, cited Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s long-standing association with the party, and deep understanding of its ideologies, and principles as qualities that make him well-suited for the role.

In an interview with JoyNews on Sunday, November 26, Dr. Hamid emphasized that Dr. Opoku Prempeh has demonstrated competence in politics and brings significant political value to the party, making him a compelling choice that cannot be overlooked.

“The candidate won’t ask for my opinion, but if he were to ask my opinion that all the names that have been thrown around who will give us political value and political capital, I would say Matthew Opoku Prempeh. First of all, he is a political colossus in our tradition. He has been a political participant in our political tradition for ages. So he knows the party well and knows our philosophies and principles of our party. The other thing is that, ever since he held political office, he has accomplished. I was in cabinet with him and for the four years that we were in cabinet, he at the Ministry of Education tabled and passed the most reforming laws.”

Tensions are rising within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as Members of Parliament vie for the position of running mate to Dr. Bawumia, following his recent victory in the flagbearership election.

Already, intense discussions and coalitions have surfaced among MPs from the ruling party regarding potential choices for the running mate position.

Several names have been circulating, including Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the Minister for Energy; Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu; First Deputy Speaker Joseph Osei Owusu; and Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum.

Parliamentarians who spoke to JoyNews in different interviews emphasised the importance of allowing Dr Bawumia the space to make a thoughtful decision without being unduly pressured into selecting a running mate for the 2024 elections.

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About Shaykh Mustapha Abdul-Hamid Ph.d

Scholar. Public Servant. Communicator. Leader.

Shaykh Mustapha Abdul-Hamid is a distinguished Ghanaian scholar, public servant, communicator, and policy leader whose career has been defined by service, leadership, and national development.

With decades of experience spanning academia, governance, public communication, energy sector leadership, and community engagement, he has consistently contributed to shaping conversations and policies that impact the lives of Ghanaians.

Born in Tamale in the Northern Region of Ghana, Shaykh Mustapha Abdul-Hamid’s educational journey began at Station Experimental Primary School before continuing at Bawku Secondary School and Tamale Secondary School. He later attended the University of Cape Coast, where he pursued Religious Studies and went on to earn both an MPhil and PhD.

As an academic and lecturer, he dedicated years to teaching, research, mentorship, and intellectual engagement, with particular interests in religion, society, leadership, and public discourse. His commitment to education and youth empowerment continues to influence his work and vision for national development.

Over the years, Shaykh Mustapha Abdul-Hamid has served Ghana in several strategic leadership positions. He served as Minister for Information, where he played a central role in communicating government policy and strengthening public engagement. He also served as Minister for Inner City and Zongo Development, helping advance initiatives focused on inclusion, infrastructure, and opportunity for underserved communities.

In the energy sector, he served as Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), where he contributed to policy direction, regulatory oversight, and institutional leadership within Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry. His leadership and expertise later earned him election as President of the African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA), a continental body representing stakeholders within Africa’s refining and downstream petroleum sectors.

Beyond public office, Shaykh Mustapha Abdul-Hamid remains deeply committed to mentorship, youth development, education, leadership, and national transformation. His philosophy of leadership is rooted in service, integrity, discipline, and the belief that meaningful progress must create opportunities for all people, especially the younger generation.

Throughout his journey, he has remained passionate about building stronger institutions, empowering communities, encouraging dialogue, and contributing to a more prosperous and united Ghana.

“Leadership must create opportunities that improve lives and inspire future generations.”
— Shaykh Mustapha Abdul-Hamid

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