The grandchildren of Ken Ofori Atta are chasing Ablakwa for accountability – Kweku Daniel mocks NPP

In an Official Facebook Post on 28 October 2026, social media commentator and political activist Kweku Daniel delivered a sharp, mocking critique of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) over its persistent calls for North Tongu Member of Parliament, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to resign or face administrative sanctions amidst the ongoing debate over the South Africa evacuation financial records. Kweku Daniel characterized the opposition’s campaign as the height of political hypocrisy, contrasting their current aggressive demands for transparency with their past defense of controversial financial policies.

Using biting political satire to describe the NPP communicators and youth activists leading the public campaign against the North Tongu lawmaker, Kweku Daniel wrote:

The commentary references former Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, who served as the primary architect of the previous administration’s economic policies, public debt management initiatives, and fiscal frameworks. During Ofori-Atta’s tenure, opposition lawmakers—led prominently by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa—consistently spearheaded high-profile parliamentary probes, Right to Information (RTI) requests, and public exposés regarding state expenditures, including the National Cathedral project, private jet charters, and fiscal advisory contracts.

Kweku Daniel’s mockery stems from what he views as a glaring contradiction in political behavior. According to the commentator, political figures and party communicators who previously defended or remained silent during major financial controversies under Ofori-Atta’s stewardship at the Finance Ministry now lack the moral authority to preach accountability or demand the resignation of a lawmaker renowned for his anti-corruption oversight. The local Twi expression “Mmoas3m seiyi” underscores his disdain for what he considers nonsensical and politically driven demands by opposition activists.

Observers note that Kweku Daniel’s statement reflects a widespread sentiment among government loyalists and National Democratic Congress (NDC) supporters who view the opposition’s recent focus on Okudzeto Ablakwa as a retaliation exercise. In Ghanaian political discourse, when prominent whistleblowers or oversight champions become targets of opposition scrutiny, defenders frequently point to the past records of their critics to challenge the sincerity of their sudden demand for accountability.

At its core, the post highlights the deeply partisan lens through which public financial probes and calls for resignation are evaluated in Ghana. Kweku Daniel’s critique emphasizes that for accountability calls to carry weight with the public, those making the demands must demonstrate consistent ethical standards rather than acting out of political vengeance.

The Facebook post has sparked vibrant engagement across social media platforms, political channels, and online discussion forums. While NDC supporters enthusiastically endorsed Kweku Daniel’s satirical framing, praising him for exposing the opposition’s double standards, NPP communicators rejected the comparison, insisting that public officers and lawmakers must remain accountable for state funds regardless of past political debates. Nevertheless, the post has added fresh momentum to the ongoing public debate surrounding political consistency, anti-corruption oversight, and media strategy in Ghana.

Source: Kweku Daniel, Official Facebook Post, 28 October 2026