The newly inducted Presidential running mate for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has pledged her allegiance to the flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama stating that she will repay the confidence reposed in her with loyalty, understanding and devotion to duty.

During her acceptance speech on April 24, at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang expressed gratitude to former President John Mahama for renominating her as his running mnate ahgead of the December 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary elections.

She said, "My output, going forward, by the Grace of God, will continue to demonstrate what the world knows already, that women are also capable of high achievements; that we do so with that reservoir of strength, determination, and mental acuity that only those who are noble and far-sighted can comprehend and contend with."

The first female Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast added that, the choice of a female as a running mate and incoming Vice President is a clear indication of the confidence the former President and flagbearer of the NDC has in women and their capabilities.

"As I stated in my brief acceptance note on March 7, 2024, by renominating me you have demonstrated your remarkable consistency and unwavering commitment to inclusivity and innovation. I have heard you share with the public your rationale for choosing me, again. I have found that very touching. Thank you very much; as the Gonjas express it with meaning: ansan kushun."

As a build up towards the December 7 elections, the NDC have strategically nominated the learned Professor to the admiration and appreciation to many women groups.

Professor Jane’s composure while delivering her acceptance speech at the UPSA, in the presence of some stalwarts of the NDC have left many attendees in awe of her confidence and courage.

According to Professor Jane, she will work closely with the President in bringing Ghana back to the right path.

"It is to work towards a Ghana where citizens have confidence and hope and are determined to regain their independence of thought and of agenda. We must work towards a Ghana that at the very least, can feed itself; where the law truly works; where there is shared prosperity; where democracy has not become a fluke; where people are not abused and where the basic necessities of life are not denied the majority or eventually, anyone," she said.