Force Bawumia to take care of his convoy accident victim – Group to Harvard University President

A group calling itself, New Ghana Social Justice Forum, has called on Harvard University President to urge Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President of Ghana, to take responsibility for the welfare of Mariam Oumar, a victim of his convoy accident.

According to reports, the accident, which occurred on December 10, 2021, has left Mariam in a critical condition, fighting for her life.

Despite a meeting between Dr. Bawumia and Mariam before the 2024 elections, no meaningful action has been taken to ensure her well-being.

“We are calling on Dr. Bawumia to take immediate action to restore his honor and fulfill his moral obligation to Mariam,” said Mr. Yahaya Alhassan, leader of the group.

“It is unacceptable that Dr. Bawumia has ignored Mariam’s plight despite his high-profile charitable donations,” he added.

The group is urging Harvard University to take a stand on the matter, given its ties with Dr. Bawumia.

“Harvard University has a reputation for upholding human rights and promoting human dignity. We expect the university to use its influence to advocate for justice for Mariam,” Mr. Alhassan said.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), road traffic accidents are a leading cause of death and disability globally. In Ghana, the WHO reports that the country has one of the highest road traffic fatality rates in the world.

The group is calling on Harvard University to urge Dr. Bawumia to take full responsibility for Mariam’s welfare before it is too late.