President John Dramani Mahama maintains strong public support one year into his presidency, with 68 percent of Ghanaians approving of his job performance, according to a survey released by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA).
The IEA disclosed in a press statement dated February 11, 2026, that 68 percent of respondents approve of the President’s performance in office, while 22 percent disapprove and 10 percent expressed no opinion.
The survey was conducted in December 2025 and involved more than 1,000 participants from all regions of the country. The poll evaluated public perception of the President’s job performance one year after the 2024 general election and measured views on economic challenges such as the cost of food, consumer goods, and unemployment.
President Mahama assumed office on January 7, 2025, facing high public expectations and significant economic and governance issues, including rising debt, currency depreciation, inflation, joblessness, and concerns over the size of government.
The IEA noted that although some key economic indicators appear to be improving, many Ghanaians continue to face serious socioeconomic difficulties. About 71 percent of respondents said they are very worried about the increasing prices of food and other essential items.
Overall, nine in ten Ghanaians (91 percent) expressed at least some level of concern about rising prices, highlighting the economic pressures facing ordinary citizens.
The poll identified unemployment as the most pressing national issue, with 46 percent of respondents naming it as their top concern. Illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, came second at 30 percent, reflecting widespread anxiety over environmental degradation and water pollution.
Corruption and the general state of the economy were mentioned by 9 percent and 8 percent of respondents respectively as the most important issues facing the country.
The IEA concluded that although the President maintains considerable public support, the proportion of respondents who disapprove or remain undecided indicates the need for sustained efforts to address citizens’ concerns and strengthen overall public confidence.
Earlier in January, another IEA poll revealed that 58 percent of Ghanaians believe the country is headed in the right direction, attributing the positive outlook to macroeconomic improvements in 2025, including a 32 percent appreciation of the cedi against the dollar and a sharp decline in inflation from 23.8 percent to 5.4 percent.
