President John Mahama
President John Mahama has fought off claims that he led the country into a period of darkness during his time in power.
Speaking on the State of the Nations Address (SONA) President Mahama established that before exiting office in 2016, his administration had fixed all pending issues causing the Dumsor crisis.
“Within the constraints of time, I’d like to elaborate on our plans to address the numerous challenges facing our nation. Yesterday, February 26, 2025, marked a significant milestone – exactly 10 years since I stood in this chamber, determined to tackle the legacy problem of power shortages. I promised to fix it, and I did” he said.
President Mahama added that, “I’m proud to put on record that from January 2016 until I handed over the administration of this country on January 7, 2017, we achieved a remarkable feat – no power rationing.
This accomplishment demonstrates our commitment to addressing the challenges that have held our nation back for far too long” he added.
President Mahama added that his government recognizes that there’s still much work to be done, saying, “We’ll continue to work tirelessly to address the pressing issues facing our nation, and I’m confident that together, we can build a brighter future for all citizens.”
Speaking on Ghana’s thriving democracy legacy, President John indicated that the country has become an envy of many country.
He added that Ghana’s democracy a testament to the country’s commitment to democratic principles and social dialogue.
He identified the recent presidential election, which saw his victory and widely acknowledged as free and fair, adding that this showcased the maturity and resilience of Ghana’s democratic institutions.
By Prince Fiifi Yorke