The NPP Minority in Parliament has taken a swipe at President John Dramani Mahama for failing to address the wave of lawlessness allegedly perpetrated by his party members in his State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on February 27, 2025.
At a press conference on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Parliament House, the Minority, led by former Finance Minister and MP for Karaga, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, accused the President of turning a blind eye to violent attacks by NDC supporters since the party assumed power in January 2025.
Dr. Amin Adam questioned why Mahama’s address to the nation omitted key security concerns, including reported attacks on state institutions, electoral offices, and members of the public.
“Mr. President, if you were truly giving a comprehensive account of the state of the nation, you should have included the lawlessness being unleashed by your party members. The failure to address this growing insecurity is a glaring omission,” he stated.
The Minority cited several incidents of violence, including the burning of Electoral Commission offices, attacks on Metro Mass Transit facilities, and disruptions at government institutions by alleged NDC supporters demanding jobs. They also referenced disturbances at some universities and chieftaincy clashes that have resulted in loss of lives and destruction of property.
According to Dr. Amin Adam, the rising state of insecurity under Mahama’s leadership is a cause for concern and contradicts the President’s attempts to project an image of stability in his address.
“Ghanaians are witnessing disturbing scenes of violence and political thuggery across the country. Electoral offices have been set ablaze, civil servants are being attacked at work, and students have been caught up in violent clashes. Yet, the President conveniently ignored all these in his SONA,” he remarked.
The Minority urged the government to take immediate steps to curb the growing unrest, warning that failure to act decisively would embolden criminal elements and worsen the country’s security situation. They called on the security agencies to remain professional and not succumb to political pressure in dealing with acts of violence.
“Our security forces must be allowed to do their work without fear or political interference. Lawlessness should not be rewarded, and those who engage in these acts must be held accountable, regardless of their political affiliations,” Dr. Amin Adam emphasized.
They warned that if the government does not act swiftly, the rising insecurity could have serious implications for national peace and stability. They challenged President Mahama to demonstrate true leadership by condemning the actions of his party supporters and ensuring law and order prevails.
