President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has expressed firm belief in John Dramani Mahama’s dedication to fighting corruption, despite ongoing criticisms.
Speaking at a town hall event at the Bukom Boxing Arena on August 12, Mahama promised to enforce accountability among public officials if he becomes president, outlining a robust plan to combat corruption in the nation.
In response to criticisms from the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Cudjoe told Citi News that he has confidence in Mahama’s ability to deliver on his promises. He drew a comparison between Mahama’s proposed strategies and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s track record.
“I can understand the caution, but [President] Akufo-Addo is not John Mahama. At least we tested both. As I understand, [President] Akufo-Addo has walked back on some of his words many, many times. No haircut, he gave us a dubious haircut.
“Galamsey, he said he would put his presidency on the line and nothing has happened because the rivers are worse off now than ever before.
“I should be cautious, but I think I will trust John Dramani Mahama a bit more than [President] Akufo-Addo because unfortunately, [President] Akufo-Addo has proven not to be trustworthy on these things.”