The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is gearing up for the 2024 general elections, and the choice of running mate for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is a crucial decision that could significantly impact the party's prospects. A recent National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) survey revealed that Matthew Opoku Prempeh, affectionately known as NAPO, is the preferred choice among NPP members to partner with Dr. Bawumia.

The survey, which polled 5,116 party executives nationwide, found that NAPO secured an impressive 76.27% of the responses, making him the clear frontrunner for the position. His popularity and strong connections with the grassroots of the party are seen as key factors in his favor.

NAPO's charisma and ability to connect with party members have earned him widespread support. His nomination for the position of running mate resonates well with the grassroots, which is essential for fostering party unity and enhancing Dr. Bawumia's chances, particularly in the Ashanti region, a stronghold of the NPP.

The survey also highlighted that there is a strong consensus among NPP delegates that the running mate should be selected from the Ashanti region. This is not surprising, given the region's significant influence within the party and its historical support for the NPP.

While NAPO's popularity and charisma are undeniable, the NIB survey also warned that his current role as the Minister of Energy could impact his candidacy. The ongoing power crises in Ghana could affect his competence in managing the energy sector, which could impact the party's prospects in the 2024 elections.

Despite these concerns, NAPO's strong connections with the grassroots and his popularity among party members make him an attractive choice for Dr. Bawumia. The NPP flagbearer will need to carefully weigh these factors as he makes his decision, but it is clear that NAPO is the preferred choice among NPP members.