Mother Accuses Bawumia of Betrayal and Lies
Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia’s political trajectory is increasingly dogged by the unresolved death of his aide, Kwabena Boadu, nearly a decade ago.
The tragedy, which occurred on the cusp of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2016 electoral victory, continues to fuel accusations of broken promises and a callous disregard for the bereaved family, raising serious questions about his leadership credentials.
The proximate cause of Boadu’s death in Wa remains officially undetermined, a fact that his mother, Madam Georgina Amankwa (nee Baffoe), considers an added insult.
Her recent public pronouncements have been scathing, denouncing Bawumia as a “liar” and a “promise breaker” for his failure to honor pledges of compensation to the family.
Bawumia’s political vulnerability is heightened by the timing of these renewed accusations. Madam Amankwa’s outspoken criticism, particularly within the context of the NPP’s internal maneuvering, threatens to coalesce with broader concerns about his past performance.
His record as the head of the economic management team under President Akufo-Addo is already under intense scrutiny, and this unresolved personal matter risks solidifying a perception of untrustworthiness.
The late Kwabena Boadu, it is recalled, was more than just an aide; he was a close confidant and dedicated servant to Bawumia.
Accounts from his mother suggest a relationship characterized by unwavering loyalty, with Boadu prioritizing his duties even over personal needs.
This dedication, she argues, makes the alleged betrayal of the family’s expectations all the more egregious.
The crux of the matter lies in Bawumia’s alleged assurances of compensation to the family in the immediate aftermath of Boadu’s death.
Madam Amankwa claims that Bawumia personally conveyed these intentions, acknowledging that Boadu died “in the line of duty.”
However, the failure to translate these assurances into tangible support has left the family embittered and distrustful.
For the NPP, this issue presents a significant challenge.
The persistence of these accusations, particularly from a grieving mother, risks damaging the party’s reputation and providing ammunition for its political opponents. While the party may have hoped that time would diminish the impact of this tragedy, it continues to cast a long shadow over Bawumia’s ambitions.
The Boadu affair, in essence, has become a litmus test for Bawumia’s character. His handling of this matter, juxtaposed against his economic stewardship, raises fundamental questions about his capacity for leadership and his commitment to fulfilling obligations, both personal and political