The Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has criticised President John Dramani Mahama for what he describes as a worrying silence amid rising public discontent over alleged ethical breaches involving key government appointees.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, Ahiagbah expressed concern over what he termed a disconnect between the Mahama administration and public expectations for ethical governance. He described his remarks as a “Note from the Street.”
“Ghanaians are angry, frustrated, and disappointed. There is a growing perception that this government tolerates unethical conduct and lacks the credibility needed to lead with integrity,” he stated.
Ahiagbah cited two cases he believes are fuelling public distrust: the alleged conflict of interest involving Attorney-General Dr. Dominic Ayine in the Unibank litigation, and the controversy surrounding the academic qualifications of Deputy Health Minister-designate Grace Ayensu.
“These controversies are not mere technicalities—they are serious integrity breaches. They raise questions about whether the Code of Conduct introduced by President Mahama is being enforced or simply exists on paper,” he argued.
He emphasised that leadership must go beyond policy direction to include moral clarity, especially in moments when public trust is at stake.
“The buck stops with President Mahama. Ghanaians are watching. And they deserve a government that reflects the values it claims to uphold,” Ahiagbah said.
He concluded by urging the President to take decisive corrective action, warning that failure to do so could further erode public confidence in the administration.
Good morning, President Mahama. I hope you had a restful night.
Note from the Street
I apologize for the late delivery of today’s note, Sir.
Today’s anger on the street concerns the integrity of your appointees, particularly the Attorney-General and the Deputy… pic.twitter.com/JmvwG8Ex1q
— Richard Ahiagbah (@RAahiagbah) July 30, 2025