NAPO Criticizes Mahama’s Administration Over Economic and Security Concerns
Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the 2024 running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has publicly expressed his dissatisfaction with the performance of President John Dramani Mahama’s administration, just three months into office.
Dr. Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO, voiced his concerns during a recent interview that has since circulated on social media platforms. In his remarks, he questioned the direction of the country under the current leadership and described the administration’s performance so far as extremely disappointing.
“It has been so bad that I don’t want to rate him — it is nil, NAPO said, referring to President Mahama’s governance since taking office on January 7, 2025.
According to NAPO, key national issues such as electricity supply, illegal mining (galamsey), and drug-related crimes have worsened under the current government. He claimed that the country, which previously enjoyed relative stability in these areas, is now witnessing a reversal of progress.
“We had constant electricity; what is happening now?” he questioned, suggesting that power supply has become erratic in recent weeks. He also raised alarm over the resurgence of illegal mining activities and an apparent increase in drug trafficking incidents.
We had improved as a country on illicit drugs, but now we have arrested more cocaine within these three months than in eight years of administration,” he added.
President Mahama, who was sworn in for a new term after the 2024 elections, received early praise for initiating steps to address national challenges. However, allegations of drug smuggling, money laundering, and a deteriorating energy sector have since sparked public debate and concern.
While Dr. Opoku Prempeh acknowledged his desire to see Ghana succeed, he emphasized that recent developments have been discouraging.
His comments come at a time when many Ghanaians are watching closely to see how the new administration addresses the country’s economic and security challenges. Civil society groups, political analysts, and ordinary citizens have all weighed in, urging the government to remain transparent, accountable, and proactive.
As the political discourse heats up, it remains to be seen how President Mahama’s government will respond to these criticisms and whether it can reassure the public of its commitment to national development.