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The newly-elected flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has empathized with the suffering masses in the country.

According to him, he shares the concerns of the many Ghanaians with living with difficulties but assured he will remedy the situation when giving the nod to lead the nation.

"The cost of living has increased dramatically and Ghanaians are feeling the pinch. I have seen the sacrifices of Ghanaians are making and the hardships many Ghanaians are going through and I am as concerned as my fellow countrymen and women", Dr. Bawumia commiserated with Ghanaians.

He however shared his vision to improving the living conditions, stating "my vision is to build an inclusive, food self-sufficient, data driven and systems based nation that will fully participate in the global digital revolution to solve our problems and also usher in a golden age of benefits from our natural resources".

"I have my own vision and my own priorities. Given the opportunity by you the people of Ghana to lead, I shall govern as my own man with guidance from God Almighty", he assured.

Dr. Bawumia also seized the moment to thank all Ghanaians for giving him the opportunity to lead as Vice President of the Republic of Ghana.

"Ghana has given me everything, every opportunity and grace. I have dedicated my life to give back, and to serve this wonderful country to the best of my ability, with every breath in my body."

The Vice President gave these remarks at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, November 4, while delivering a speech after winning the New Patriotic Party's flagbearer slot.