Judge Me On My Achievements And Not My Fashion Choices – Samira Bawumia

Samira Bawumia hits back at critics.

Wife of Ghana’s Vice-President, Samira Bawumia says that social media critics don’t bother her. Furthermore, this was on her choice of clothing.

She made these statements in an interview with Citi FM.

Samira Bawumia says she prefers to be judged on what impact she makes with the position she occupies than what she wears.

“I wish it wouldn’t be the preoccupation…because I do a lot of work that I will rather highlight. I mean if a woman is dressing well there shouldn’t be anything wrong with that. I think we should own our beauty and also make a difference.” 

Moreover, she stated that her wardrobe choice promoted the business of those who make them. Therefore, that is something that excites her.

“Sometimes I wear clothes and those who made it for me, their business booms and I’m happy for them because I’m also promoting their industry.”

Furthermore, the 2nd Lady said comments don’t bother her. However, when it becomes spiteful then it’s a problem. Also, she added that she is more concerned about what her close circle has to say about what she is wearing.

“I worry slightly about how sometimes the discourse goes because this politics turns to be sometimes a bit vicious. I don’t mind for my own personal saying because if someone I don’t know has an opinion about me [that’s] tough, but I worry about the people I know and how they feel about my interaction with them and for the most time I get a positive response.”