A member of the Communications team for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Kwadwo Agyei Yeboah, commonly known as Nana Kay, has asserted that former President John Dramani Mahama is not suitable to lead the nation as president.
He argued that Mr. Mahama’s desire for a honeymoon period from labor unions indicates his lack of preparedness to assume the presidency.
Mr. Mahama mentioned that the Akufo-Addo government had depleted the nation’s finances, hence he was refraining from making any commitments.
Speaking at a ‘Campus Connect’ event in Hohoe, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer remarked that Ghana is currently facing financial difficulties.
“This country is in dire straits, and so, we appeal to you that when we assume office, grant us a grace period. Let’s organize things so we can stabilize the economy,” he expressed.
In his view, Ghana is not in a position to grant a grace period to any president, as there is no time to waste; the president-elect must begin work immediately after inauguration.
“And I will plead with the teacher union: GNAT, NAGRAT, UTAG, and TEWU and all of them; I know all of you are clamouring for allowances.
“Let me caution you that in 2025 when we take over, we will show you the books and the finances of this country, and when we have done that, we can accede to your demands again, and that’s why I’m being very measured in the promises that I make because we all know the crisis in which this country has been plunged,” he further indicated.
But, Nana Kay believes that Ghana cannot afford to offer any president a grace period, as there’s no time to spare; the president-elect must commence work immediately after taking the oath of office.
Speaking to Accra-based Wontumi FM, Nana Kay drew a parallel, questioning “Would you hire someone who begs for a job, but demands that you give them time to adjust to the position? JM is requesting this.
“H.E. Mahama is simply not prepared, hmm,” Nana Kay said.
“All he’s doing is trying to use words to gain authority. We need doers, therefore technically please don’t bother with talkers. Dismiss H.E. Mahama Dr. Bawumia deserves your vote because he is a doer.”
“And you will realise the harm that the NPP administration has done to Ghana’s economy.