Patrick Boamah Faces Backlash Over Comments on Mahama’s Cabinet Appointments

Patrick Yaw Boamah, the Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, has come under fire from Ghanaians on social media after questioning President John Dramani Mahama’s cabinet appointments.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Boamah raised concerns about the total number of appointments made by the President, referencing Article 76 of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution, which outlines the establishment and functions of the cabinet. He urged the President to make the list of ministers public after the first cabinet meeting.

Boamah’s statement sparked widespread criticism, with many social media users accusing him of assuming to speak for all Ghanaians. Some commenters reminded him that he represents his constituency, not the entire country, and advised him to focus on his parliamentary duties instead of engaging in social media debates.

“Please do not speak on our behalf. We respectfully ask you to refrain from doing so. You represent your constituency, not all Ghanaians. Your government’s anger is still directed at us. You misused the funds you received from the IMF for your own selfish interests.”

Others criticized his comments as ironic, given the economic challenges faced under the previous administration. Some pointed to unresolved issues such as tax policies and IMF fund utilization, questioning why Boamah and other former government officials were making demands so soon after leaving office.

Despite the controversy, on February 20, 2025, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister of State for Government Communications, officially announced the names of cabinet members appointed by President Mahama. The list provided clarity on the administration’s key ministers, addressing the concerns raised by Boamah and other critics.

The backlash against Boamah highlights growing public frustration with political figures engaging in partisan debates rather than addressing pressing national issues. Many Ghanaians have called for a more constructive approach to governance, urging leaders to focus on policies that improve the country’s economic stability and development.

As the Mahama administration moves forward, the expectation remains that political discourse will shift towards nation-building rather than personal or party-driven criticisms.