Bawumia Thanks Ghanaians for 8 Years of Service: A Gracious Farewell as He Bids Adieu
After eight years of service, Dr. Bawumia reflects on his journey, expressing profound thanks to Ghanaians for their unwavering support
- Dr. Bawumia expresses deep thanks to Ghanaians for their unwavering support during his eight-year tenure as Vice President
- His leadership focused on digitisation, economic reforms, and infrastructure
- In his farewell message, Dr. Bawumia emphasizes the importance of collective leadership
In a heartfelt message shared just before the swearing-in of President-elect John Mahama, outgoing Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia expressed deep gratitude to Ghanaians for their unwavering support during his eight-year tenure.
The brief yet powerful tweet marked the conclusion of his time in office.
He wrote: “Thank you, all Ghanaians, for all the support you gave me as Vice President of the Republic from 2017-2025. God bless our homeland Ghana.”
Dr. Bawumia, who served under the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, left a significant mark on Ghana’s development, focusing heavily on digitisation, economic reforms, and infrastructure advancement. Known as a technocrat-turned-politician, he championed initiatives such as the digital property address system, mobile money interoperability, and the National ID Card project, which reshaped public services in Ghana.
His farewell message was seen as a gracious recognition of the end of his tenure, reflecting a spirit of unity and goodwill toward the incoming leadership. The message also highlighted the importance of collective governance, with his final words, “God bless our homeland Ghana,” emphasizing his continued commitment to the nation.
The tweet sparked widespread support, with many citizens praising his leadership and wishing him well for the future. Both NPP and NDC supporters appreciated the respectful tone of his farewell, reinforcing Ghana’s democratic maturity.
As the country transitions to President-elect Mahama’s leadership, Dr. Bawumia’s departure marks the end of an era for the NPP, and his legacy as a transformative figure in Ghana’s political and economic landscape remains secure. His farewell serves as a reminder of the values of service, unity, and faith in the country’s future.
