Policy analyst, Engineer Michael Kosi Dedey, has questioned the value of President John Mahama’s 120-day contract, claiming that only 9 of the 26 promises hold real value. “I think that we need to look at what the value is in the proposition before us…only nine of them are worthy. The rest are largely symbolic and cosmetic,” Dedey said.
He criticized promises like rapid ministerial appointments, saying they lack tangible benefits. Dedey also expressed concern over the lack of enforcement mechanisms if promises aren’t met. “If these 26 items are not done…what is the replication? Is there any punishment? Nothing,” he added.
Dedey dismissed the proposed Women’s Bank, arguing existing financial institutions could better address women’s access to loans. “The idea of creating a specialized Women’s Bank is completely unnecessary,” he said.
Despite these criticisms, the Mahama administration claims progress on several fronts, including:
- Swift cabinet nomination and approval
- Reducing ministers and presidential staffers
- Implementing a Code of Conduct
- Convening National Economic and Education Dialogues
- Launching initiatives like “Tree for Life” and “Blue Water”
- Scrapping several taxes, including the E-Levy and Emissions Levy
Critics like Dedey maintain that many promises remain redundant and fail to deliver lasting impact.
