Anger on social media as Akufo-Addo unveils statue of himself

President Nana Akufo-Addo is facing intense backlash on social media following his unveiling of his statue at the entrance of the Effia Nkwanta Region Hospital in the Western Region.

Many netizens have expressed displeasure over the decision of the President to have a statue erected to honor him, as they deem it needless.

A section of the public has called for its demolishing soon after the president exits office.

A user commenter "As soon as he leaves office, we must pull it down. Nonsense!"

As soon as he leaves office, we must pull it down. Nonsense!

— Truth Stands! (@dedostedprosper) November 6, 2024

Another said, "Why would a man build his own statue and unveil it himself? This is weird."

Why would a man build his own statue and unveil it himself? This is weird 😨

— Isaac Gyampoh (@gyampoh_isaac) November 6, 2024

A commenter questioned the president for failing to complete the National Cathedral but having a statue done for him.

"He no finish dey build the cathedral for God buh he finish ein own statue. Hhheerh Deezy"

He no finish dey build the cathedral for God buh he finish ein own statue. Hhheerh Deezy😂

— YawBoehly (@yawboehly) November 7, 2024

"A salt praising itself" another user added.

A salt praising itself

— Isaac Amon (@IsaacAmon6) November 6, 2024

President Akufo-Addo unveiled the statue of himself as part of his one-day “thank you” tour of the Western Region on Wednesday, November 6.

Addressing residents, President Akufo-Addo highlighted his administration’s accomplishments, noting that he has fulfilled 80 percent of his promises to Ghanaians.

He urged voters to support Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the upcoming December 7 general elections, stating that a vote for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer would enable the continuation of his administration’s policies and initiatives.

The President also described the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy as his most significant legacy, citing its transformative impact nationwide.

Commenting on the statue’s unveiling, the Western Regional Minister, Kwabena Okyere Darko Mensah said the monument honours the President’s contributions to the region.

He highlighted key projects, including the rehabilitation of Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital, the construction of a three-tier Sinohydro interchange, and the redevelopment of the Takoradi Market Circle, all spearheaded under President Akufo-Addo’s administration.

Meanwhile, these projects remain incomplete.

KA

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