NPP’s Akosua Manu accuses Mahama govt of silencing critics, pursuing third-term agenda
NPP Spokesperson Accuses Mahama Administration of Intimidation Tactics
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) spokesperson for Gender and Social Protection, Akosua Manu, has criticized the government of President John Dramani Mahama for allegedly using arrests and stringent bail conditions to intimidate political opponents and suppress dissent.
In comments on recent political developments in Ghana, Manu claimed that the arrests of critics of the government are politically motivated. She described this approach as aimed at weakening opposition voices rather than upholding the rule of law.
“The government is arresting dissenters and imposing excessive bail conditions to silence critics,” she stated. Manu referred to the NPP as the most vocal opponent of the Mahama administration, suggesting that the government is engaged in a systematic effort to quash dissent.
Manu further alleged that the actions of the Mahama administration are part of a larger agenda to amend the constitution, potentially allowing President Mahama to seek a third term in office.
She urged Ghanaians to remain vigilant and to hold the government accountable, emphasizing the importance of resisting any efforts that could undermine the country’s democratic institutions.
Additionally, Manu addressed the recent removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, stating that the initial lack of public concern has since shifted to closer scrutiny of government actions. She criticized the Mahama administration for failing to fulfill campaign promises, including initiatives related to a 24-hour economy and job creation.
Manu also mentioned that some members of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) reportedly oppose the notion of a third-term agenda but refrain from speaking out due to concerns about their political futures.
“Even within their party, there are those against the third-term agenda, but they just can’t say it because most are still waiting for appointments,” she claimed.
She warned that any attempt to alter Ghana’s presidential term limits could pose a significant threat to the country’s democracy, arguing that weakening constitutional safeguards might expose future generations to authoritarian governance.
As of now, the Mahama administration has not publicly responded to these allegations.
