Before they change the names and start claiming credit, let the record be clear – Rexford Agyei

In an Official Facebook Post on 2 November 2026, Rexford Agyei cautioned against what he described as the dangerous trend of political rebranding and credit‑taking. His message was direct: before anyone attempts to rename policies or present them as their own achievements, Ghanaians must remember who truly championed them.  

Agyei listed several initiatives that he attributed to former President John Dramani Mahama. Among them were MahamaCare, also known as the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, the GoldBod initiative, the 24‑Hour Economy policy, and the revival of the Tema Oil Refinery. He also highlighted Mahama’s introduction of Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities and the No‑Academic‑Fees initiative for first‑year students in public tertiary institutions.  

For Agyei, these policies are not matters to be casually rewritten to suit political convenience. He stressed that Ghanaians must learn to distinguish between who conceived a policy, who introduced it, who implemented it, and who deserves credit for its continuation. His post drew attention to past controversies where successive governments claimed ownership of initiatives such as the National Health Insurance Scheme and Free SHS, despite their origins being well‑documented.  

The tone of his message was both cautionary and assertive. By capitalizing “Credit where credit is due,” Agyei underscored the importance of historical accuracy in national development. He argued that a change of government must never become an opportunity to rewrite history, as doing so undermines the integrity of governance and confuses citizens about the true origins of policies.  

Public reaction to such commentary is likely to be divided. Supporters of Mahama and the NDC may see Agyei’s post as a necessary reminder to protect the legacy of their leader, while critics may argue that continuity in governance naturally blurs the lines of credit. Yet, his words resonate with a broader concern: the tendency of political actors to prioritize partisan gain over factual documentation of national progress.  

Ultimately, Agyei’s post is a call to vigilance. It urges Ghanaians to resist political spin and to insist on accurate records of who initiated reforms. His message reflects a deeper truth about democracy: credibility is built not only on implementing policies but also on respecting history. By reminding the public of Mahama’s contributions, Agyei sought to ensure that future generations understand the origins of key initiatives and that political convenience does not erase the facts.  

Source: Rexford Agyei, Official Facebook Post, 2 November, 2026.