Russian Woman Who Visited Ghana 8 Times Reveals Huge Change Under Mahama, Sparks Massive Debate

According to a report by JoyNews on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, a Russian woman who says she has visited Ghana eight times this year has praised President John Mahama’s leadership. She described the changes she has witnessed in the country under his administration as “huge.”

The woman made the remarks at the Russian University of Transport in Moscow, where she spoke to a gathering of guests, including Ghanaian officials and members of the diplomatic community. JoyNews shared a video of her comments on its social media page.

The video quickly drew attention from Ghanaians online, and the comment section filled up within hours. Many users questioned what exactly the woman meant by “changes.” Some asked her to be specific, while others wanted to know whether she was speaking about the economy, infrastructure or something else.

Several supporters of the government defended her remarks. One user said the economy is in better shape, roads are being built across the country, food is now abundant and the energy sector is growing. Another user said Ghana is working again.

Critics, however, responded with humour and sarcasm. Some joked that the speaker was a paid supporter, while others claimed she was a women’s organiser for the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Russia. A few users also questioned why the President visits Russia so often.

Others linked the story to local politics. Some Ghanaians asked whether the video meant they should vote for the NDC again in the next election. Others wondered how supporters of opposing parties would react to such praise from a foreigner.

Meanwhile, a number of users argued that Ghanaians themselves are the best judges of the country’s progress. They said foreign praise cannot replace the lived experience of citizens at home.

The video has since sparked a wider debate about the state of the economy and the performance of the Mahama administration. As of the time of this report, the identity of the woman had not been independently verified, and the government had not issued an official response.

The reaction shows that Ghanaians remain deeply engaged in discussions about national development. It also shows how a single comment from a foreign visitor can spark strong opinions across social media.

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