She continued: "I take the privilege of serving the people of our country very seriously. Therefore, I will not relent in my modest efforts to champion the cause of the under-privileged, poor and needy in society.

"That is why I'm fervently campaigning for a leader who appreciates and possesses Integrity, Competence, Honesty, Compassion, Selflessness and Good Judgment!"

Mrs Bawumia also responded to the president's statement that he lacks the "technical" knowledge on water provision at a campaign rally in the Eastern region.

The trading of barbs between the two started when Mrs Bawumia accused him of investing in giant billboards instead of providing water to his hometown who lack portable water.

Addressing a charged rally on Thursday in the Eastern region, the president said Mrs Bawumia "can't think far," adding that:“You [Samira] don’t understand the technical reasons [why the people are still without pipe borne water."

In response, Mrs Bawumia said :"I may not understand the technicalities involved in denying communities a basic and necessary amenity like water. But, I understand the power of conviction, competence and compassion to get things done.

"The Yagbonwura has also complained about the lack of potable water for his people. Surely, we cannot begin to suggest that he too "can't think far!"

"Let us respect the contribution of women to the development of our dear nation. It is dignifying"