President John Dramani Mahama has the potential to deliver on his promises and exceed expectations, but his success hinges heavily on the quality of advice and direction he receives from his advisors, particularly the Council of State.
This is according to Mr. Calistor Musa, a prominent NDC figure from the Kumasi Market Mosque branch.
In an interview with the correspondent, Mr. Musa, a mobile phone dealer, expressed his concern about the growing dissatisfaction among Ghanaians regarding the Mahama administration, despite it being only five months into its term.
This dissatisfaction, he argued, stems largely from perceived economic hardship.
“While President Mahama has the capacity to lead effectively, his administration is currently facing challenges,” Musa stated.
Qqqqqqqqqqqqq He highlighted the recent increase in fuel and electricity prices as a particularly concerning example, questioning whether the president’s advisors critically examined the potential impact of such decisions before they were implemented.
Musa emphasiqqzed the critical role of the Council of State and other appointees in supporting the President.
He argued that their function extends beyond simply agreeing with the President’s decisions. “One head cannot make a council or decide for the nation,” Musa noted. “The appointment of the Members of Council of State and other advisors is ultimately to help the President move the economy forward.
Qq Sitting down to always say ‘yes sir’ and collect salaries and allowances, failing to think about the people, is a sinful act.”
He stressed that the role of these advisors is to strengthen the economy and prevent the blame from falling squarely on the President’s shoulders should the economy falter.
“You are with the President to strengthen the economy and not to sit down for the people to blame the president when there is an economic failure,” the NDC activist emphasized.
In conclusion, Mr. Musa implored President John Dramani Mahama to remain firm and to critically evaluate all policy decisions endorsed by his appointees and advisors.
He warned that if the administration fails, the President will be the first to face the public’s criticism and held accountable for the overall economic performance.
The message was clear: the President’s success is inextricably linked to the quality and integrity of the advice he receives.
