John Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has compared himself to a “retired army general” called back to duty as he seeks re-election in the 2024 general elections.
Speaking to district and municipal Imams in the Ashanti Region on Monday, December 2, 2024, Mr. Mahama outlined his resolve to address Ghana’s pressing challenges.
The engagement, part of his six-day campaign tour, provided an opportunity for the former president to criticise the current administration’s handling of the economy and governance, which he described as a failure.
He assured the religious leaders of his readiness to deliver effective leadership that would guide the country towards recovery and progress. Mr. Mahama promised to prioritise pragmatic policies to restore stability and improve the living standards of Ghanaians.
He further expressed his commitment to addressing the needs of all citizens, including those in marginalised communities, under his leadership.
Urging the Imams to support his vision for a better Ghana, Mr. Mahama said his experience and determination make him the ideal candidate to confront the nation’s challenges.
“If we go to war, and we encounter difficulties, we go back to call the retired general to come back and lead us,” he said. “This is a clear illustration of myself because I am a retired general, and I went to rest, but it is time to come back, for we are in a difficult period, so my party has nominated me to lead the party.”
He added, “I know that many of you pray for us and give us guidelines to follow. I thank every one of you for your prayers.”
