Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has expressed concerns regarding President Mahama’s initial 120 days in office, suggesting that this period has represented a regression for the nation.
In a recent interview on Citi FM, Mr. Ahiagbah raised inquiries about the tangible effects of the policies implemented by President Mahama since he took office. He argued that the challenges faced by Ghanaians have intensified during this leadership period.
“Since he became the President, all the things he said he has done, what has been the impact? The immediate impact, what problems has he [Mahama] solved? That is where the meat is,” he pointed out.
He criticized the Mahama administration for not fulfilling key commitments, especially regarding job creation and lowering the cost of living.
“Since he became President, the cost of living has worsened. When he was campaigning, that was one of the key things he said he was going to solve. Today, unemployment has gone up. But when they were campaigning, they said they were going to create jobs for the young people. Where are the jobs?” he asked.
He also criticized the proposed 24-hour economy initiative, calling it a “scam” with no visible implementation to date.
“The so-called 24-hour economy, they canvassed, and we told Ghanaians that this is a scam. Having touted the 24-hour economy, we’re not going to see anything about the 24-hour economy in his first year in office, second term, perhaps we will see, perhaps we will not see, but I can tell you that we will not see,” he said.
He further claimed that the issue of “dumsor” has returned, alleging that the judiciary is facing pressure. He concluded that Mahama’s governance has had an overall negative effect so far.
“We cannot point to any tangible outcome; ‘Dumsor’ is here, and the judiciary is under siege. The impact that Mahama has had in 120 days on our economy, if you measure across the board, you realise, the gain is a net loss for this country. His 120 days have been a setback for this country,” Ahiagbah said.
