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Bawumia’s 56 percent primary win raises concerns about 2028 chances-Rashid Tanko Computer
Deputy Director of Elections of the National Democratic Congress NDC Rashid Tanko Computer has questioned the ability of New Patriotic Party NPP flagbearer elect Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to win the 2028 general elections.
He argued that Dr Bawumia’s performance in the NPP presidential primaries shows a decline in his popularity within his own party.
According to him about 44 percent of NPP delegates did not support Dr Bawumia, a development he described as worrying for the governing party.
Mr Tanko stated that the outcome means a significant number of delegates did not consider Dr Bawumia a credible candidate to lead the party into the 2028 elections.
He explained that the NDC closely monitored the NPP primaries using results from polling centres across the country.
He noted that the figures collated by the NDC from pink sheets at various centres matched the official results announced by the NPP.
Mr Tanko indicated that both sets of results showed Dr Bawumia polling about 56 percent of the votes.
He stressed that the figures reflect the true position of delegates and should be a source of concern for the NPP leadership.
The NDC elections officer argued that if Dr Bawumia is losing support within his own party it would be difficult for him to gain broader support from the general public.
He suggested that the former Vice President could perform worse in the national elections than in the party primaries.
Mr Tanko also claimed that the other contenders in the NPP primaries contested with the expectation that Dr Bawumia would win the internal race but struggle in the 2028 elections.
He pointed to comments made by some of the defeated aspirants during their concession speeches as signs of unresolved tensions within the party.
Mr Tanko further criticised the NPP’s decision to embark on party reorganisation after electing its presidential candidate.
He described the party as divided and struggling with internal challenges.
He assured that the NDC remains confident and prepared ahead of the 2028 elections, adding that the party is closely observing developments within the NPP.
By: Jacob Aggrey
About 200 company secretaries, governance professionals and institutional leaders will gather in Accra for the ‘Company Secretaries Summit’ next month.
It is aimed at strengthening governance practices and enhance boardroom effectiveness across the country.
The summit, which is scheduled for July 16 at the Labadi Beach Hotel seeks to equip governance professionals with the knowledge, skills, and networks required to navigate the increasingly complex demands of modern corporate leadership.
It will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions focusing on emerging governance trends, boardroom dynamics, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and stakeholder expectations.
According to the convener, Catherine Engmann, the summit comes at a critical time when governance professionals are under growing pressure to support sound decision-making, strengthen governance culture, and respond effectively to changing institutional and regulatory environments.
“This gathering is not just another conference. It is a platform for governance leaders who are already operating at the highest level and intend to stay there,” she said.
She noted that the programme was designed to provide participants with practical tools, fresh insights, and valuable professional connections.
According to Ms Engmann, a major highlight of the event will be the awards ceremony, which will recognise individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence in governance practice and made significant contributions to improving board effectiveness and corporate accountability.
She mentioned that the summit will also offer participants an opportunity to benchmark their practices against industry standards, exchange ideas with peers, and explore innovative approaches to governance challenges.
Beyond the formal sessions, the event is expected to foster networking and collaboration among governance professionals, helping to strengthen governance practices across Ghana’s corporate and institutional landscape.
Speaking about the vision behind the initiative, Ms Engmann, said the summit was inspired by the need to create a dedicated platform that recognises the critical role played by company secretaries and governance professionals.
According to her, the Company Secretaries’ Summit and Awards reflects her conviction that Ghana’s governance professionals deserve an annual platform where they can engage in meaningful discussions, build strategic relationships, and receive recognition for their contributions to effective governance.
Registration for the summit, she said was currently open, with interested professionals encouraged to secure their participation ahead of the event.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
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