Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has voiced deep concerns over recent developments in the country, calling on President John Mahama to uphold democratic principles and ensure fairness in governance.
In a strongly worded statement, Dr. Bawumia criticized what he described as politically motivated dismissals of government employees, particularly those who were hired during the previous administration.
He argued that the actions contradict President Mahama’s campaign promise to create jobs and improve livelihoods.
“It is ironic that a party which campaigned on the wings of jobs for all Ghanaians is arbitrarily dismissing the same Ghanaians, rendering them jobless,” he said.
Dr. Bawumia also condemned reports of planned terminations of security personnel, nurses, and teachers allegedly based on their appointments under the previous government.
He urged the administration to prioritize national development over political considerations.
Beyond employment concerns, the former Vice President raised alarms over increasing insecurity in the country, citing attacks on journalists, military raids on the homes of former government officials, and mob violence against state institutions.
“This is rather reminiscent of a military takeover and not a peaceful democratic transition,” he remarked, calling for immediate action to protect democratic institutions and citizens.
Dr. Bawumia emphasized that the 2024 elections, which brought President Mahama back to power, were a mandate for progress, not political retribution.
He urged the government to focus on uniting the country rather than deepening divisions.
“I call on His Excellency President Mahama to be a president for all Ghanaians by putting a stop to these developments, reversing the unfair dismissals, and protecting all our citizens,” he stated.
Concluding his message, Dr. Bawumia reaffirmed the need to uphold Ghana’s democracy and constitutional values.
“We must advance our democracy. We must protect our state institutions. We must uphold our Constitution. Ghana can do better. Ghana must do better.”
His statement comes at a time of heightened political tensions, with many Ghanaians closely watching how the government will respond to these concerns.
