During his recent tour of the Central Region, National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer and former President John Dramani Mahama issued a strong critique of President Nana Akufo-Addo’s leadership, accusing him of partisan favoritism that leaves certain communities underserved.
In a Facebook post monitored by adowaadubianews.com, Mahama expressed his disappointment with what he described as the president’s tendency to prioritize development in areas that politically align with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) while sidelining others due to partisan differences.
The former president has been connecting with local leaders and residents across 14 constituencies, taking note of developmental gaps and listening to the frustrations voiced by communities. According to Mahama, the state of neglect he observed points to a broader governance issue. “The lack of support in these areas appears to be politically motivated,” he said, adding that the approach compromises citizens’ access to basic infrastructure, healthcare, education, and other essential services.
In his statement, Mahama called for a more equitable approach to governance. He argued that development must be a right for all Ghanaians, regardless of their political affiliations, and criticized any form of selective allocation that leaves communities marginalized.
“The communities I visited are being denied essential resources and development simply because they did not vote for the ruling party,” Mahama lamented, describing how chiefs and community leaders shared stories of halted projects and insufficient government attention. He questioned the fairness of such a system, saying, “How can a government neglect the needs of its citizens based on how they exercised their democratic rights?”
Mahama’s statement underscored a need for inclusive governance that transcends party lines, urging leaders to rise above partisan politics in meeting the needs of all citizens. He reiterated his commitment to fair development if elected, promising that an NDC-led government under his leadership would focus on uplifting all communities equally.
“The government’s duty is to all citizens. Development shouldn’t be reserved for some while others are penalized for their political choices,” Mahama stated. Reflecting on his past leadership, he affirmed that he would reintroduce a policy of non-discriminatory development, ensuring all communities—urban and rural, pro- or anti-government—benefit equally from national programs and initiatives.
As he continues his campaign, Mahama vowed that under his leadership, Ghana’s progress would be evenly distributed, leaving no community behind. “Development will be a right, not a privilege,” he pledged, promising the people of Ghana an inclusive governance style focused on unity and equal opportunity for growth.
