Bernard Mornah, the flagbearer of the People’s National Convention (PNC), has made it clear that President John Dramani Mahama is under no obligation to appoint members of his party to positions in his government, despite the PNC’s support in the 2024 elections.
In a recent interview on Joy News’ PM Express on January 21, 2025, Mornah discussed a variety of political issues, including the possibility of being appointed as an ambassador in a Mahama-led administration. However, he dismissed the notion, citing his lack of diplomatic expertise. “It would be a bad idea. I am not sure I have the diplomatic acumen,” Mornah remarked. He went on to explain that his candid nature and tendency to speak his mind would make such a role unsuitable for him, especially when it comes to sensitive diplomatic matters.
Mornah expressed concern that, if appointed, he would not be able to remain silent on issues he believes to be against Ghana’s or Africa’s best interests, especially regarding regional politics. He specifically referenced his opposition to the ECOWAS roadmap that involves Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, where he expressed unease about their exclusion from the regional bloc in favor of Togo’s President Faure Gnassingbé.
While he ruled out any ambassadorial appointment for himself, Mornah also addressed the larger question of government appointments following the 2024 elections. He emphasized that, despite the PNC’s backing of Mahama’s campaign, the president is not obligated to appoint party members to his administration. “It’s up to him to make his appointments based on what he believes is best for the country,” Mornah stated, reinforcing his belief that political partnerships should not be about entitlement.