I will seek your help in solving Ghana's economic challenges – Mahama to Otumfuo

President John Dramani Mahama says he will call on the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, in his efforts to address Ghana’s prevailing economic challenges.

According to President Mahama, the Asantehene was helpful during his past administration in dealing with economic challenges. He disclosed this at the first Akwasidae celebration at the Manhyia Palace on January 19, 2025.

“Our nation, Ghana, is facing a dire economic crisis. While this is not the first time we have been in such a crisis, this particular one is characterised by a high rate of inflation, macroeconomic instability, a depreciating currency, and a debt default which has shut us out of the international credit market.

“It’s a more daunting challenge than we have ever experienced in our history. Your Royal Majesty, as a former president between 2013 and 2017, we faced macroeconomic instability, and I remember some of the obstacles we encountered in our efforts to bring stability to our economy and restore economic growth.

“I had the privilege of calling on you to use your influence and diplomacy to smooth the path towards prosperity and progress. Anytime I called on you, you didn’t hesitate. I would like to thank you for the cooperation I enjoyed with you at that time,” President Mahama stated.

He continued: “As we have inherited a difficult economic situation, I will be calling on you again from time to time. I know that anytime I call on you, you will not hesitate to work together to put our nation back on its feet.”

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, said he trusted President Mahama would not disappoint them.

“We would like you to please remember always the undertakings and promises you have made. I implore you to fulfil all your promises to us in the great Asante Kingdom.

“We have absolute trust in you that you shall not let us down. All ongoing developmental projects within the kingdom and across all kingdoms, you will fulfil them,” the Paramount Chief of the Mampong Traditional Area, Dasebre Osei Bonsu II, spoke on behalf of the Asantehene.

President John Dramani Mahama has called on the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to lend his influence and diplomacy to help Ghana navigate its current economic challenges.#3NewsGH pic.twitter.com/oaFxS4cGZo

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