Ghanaian author and socio-political commentator, Franklin Cudjoe, has voiced his confidence in John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), as a more reliable candidate in the fight against corruption compared to President Akufo Addo.
The President of IMANI Africa, Centre for Policy and Education (a think tank) has opinion and remarks reflect his belief that Mahama is better positioned to address corruption related issues if elected as president as compared to incumbent President Akufo-Addo.
President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo
During a town hall meeting at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Monday, August 12, Mahama reiterated his commitment to tackling corruption, promising to hold public office holders accountable as a key part of his strategy. Comments that have been met with doubt from the ruling party as many opine that he had his opportunity but did very little.
Despite these criticisms, Franklin Cudjoe told Citi News that he trusts Mahama to deliver on his anti-corruption promises. He drew a comparison between Mahama’s stance and the track record of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, suggesting that Mahama’s approach may prove more effective in addressing the country’s corruption challenges.
Former president of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama
Franklin Cudjoe ‘s Comments Comparing John Mahama to Akufo Addo
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. He remarked.
