Bawumia discusses opportunities under AfCFTA with Ex-Vice President of Nigeria, Prof Yemi Osinbajo

Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has held a meeting with the former Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo.

The two gentlemen discussed a number of issues, including opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Dr Bawumia, also a former Vice President of Ghana, expressed gratitude to Prof. Osinbajo for the courtesy of his visit and wished him well

In a Facebook post, he said, "It was an honour and a delight to welcome my good friend, H.E. Professor Yemi Osinbajo (SAN, GCON), former Vice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, to my office today.

"We had insightful discussions on the way forward for Africa, particularly on the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement."

He added "It was a pleasure to have his usual brilliant perspectives on this and other issues.

"I am most grateful to H.E. Prof. Osinbajo for the courtesy of his visit and wish him well."

As part of his ongoing stakeholder engagements to shape policies that drive Ghana's sustainable progress, Dr Bawumia also met with the national leadership of the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana at the PSG House in Accra.

Their discussions focused on critical strategies to position Ghana as the premier pharmaceutical production hub for West Africa and the broader continent.

"We explored vital areas, including boosting local production of medications, streamlining regulatory efficiencies, improving workforce entry and conditions of service for pharmacists, and fostering robust public-private partnerships to grow our domestic pharmaceutical sector.

"I extend my sincere appreciation to the current leadership, past presidents, and executives of the society for their invaluable insights and unwavering commitment to healthcare development. Together, we are building a resilient, self-reliant economy that creates jobs and secures the health of our nation," he wrote.