Ghanaians Attack Dr. Bawumia Following His Recent Words About President Mahama

According to a report by The BBC Ghana today being Tuesday, October 20, 2026, former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has taken aim at the NDC government over its handling of the economy, arguing that the economic figures being presented do not necessarily reflect the daily struggles of ordinary Ghanaians.

Dr Bawumia described the country’s economic situation as a “paper economy” rather than a “pocket economy,” suggesting that positive statistics have little meaning if citizens are still finding it difficult to afford basic necessities.

According to the former Vice President, the true measure of economic progress should be the extent to which people experience improvements in their financial circumstances. He argued that economic policies must go beyond impressive reports and deliver practical benefits that make life more affordable for households.

His comments come amid ongoing public discussions about the cost of living and the financial pressures facing many families. Expenses related to food, transportation, electricity and other essential needs remain important concerns for citizens assessing their economic wellbeing.

Dr Bawumia’s criticism suggests that the government should focus more on ensuring that economic gains translate into increased purchasing power and improved living standards for the population.

The former Vice President’s remarks have also reignited political discussions about how economic performance should be measured. While governments often rely on indicators such as inflation, growth and exchange rate movements to assess progress, citizens may judge the economy by whether their earnings can adequately cover their everyday expenses.

For households whose incomes have not kept pace with their expenses, improvements in some national indicators may not immediately translate into a better quality of life.

The comments are expected to add to the ongoing debate between the NDC government and the opposition over economic management and accountability.

However, determining the country’s economic position requires examining official data alongside the experiences of citizens across different income groups.

Dr Bawumia’s central argument is that economic success should ultimately be reflected in the pockets of ordinary Ghanaians, rather than existing only in official reports and statistics.

See some of the reactions from Ghanaians below.

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