NPP’s Paul Yandoh Attacks Mahama Because His SONA Failed to Tackle Key National Concerns

The Ashanti Regional Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Yandoh, has expressed deep disappointment over President John Mahama’s recent State of the Nation Address (SONA), describing it as lacking in key areas of national concern.

In an interview with Wontumi TV, Yandoh criticized the president for failing to address the contentious anti-LGBTQ+ bill, a topic that has generated widespread debate across the country. According to him, the president’s silence on the matter was “a disrespect to the clergy,” who have been at the forefront of advocating for the bill’s passage.

He further asserted that the practice of homosexuality is becoming increasingly prevalent in Ghana and argued that the president’s inaction was unacceptable. Yandoh also accused President Mahama of failing to fulfill his promise to sign the bill into law, stating, “The president should have at least apologized to the clergy for not signing the bill, as he had previously promised to do.”

Beyond the LGBTQ+ bill, Yandoh expressed concern over the president’s failure to address economic issues such as the cancellation of the betting tax and the e-levy tax. These financial policies have been a major concern for many Ghanaians, and Yandoh pointed out that President Mahama had pledged to abolish them during his campaign.

“The president’s silence on these matters has led to accusations that he is not fulfilling his campaign promises,” Yandoh stated.

Adding to the criticism, the Member of Parliament for the Bekwai constituency, Lawyer Ralph Opoku Adusei, also weighed in on the president’s address. He described the SONA as “a clear indication of failure” and reaffirmed that the NPP would continue to hold the president accountable for his actions. He emphasized that the party would push for greater transparency on these critical national issues.

The debate surrounding President Mahama’s address continues to generate discussions across political circles, with opposition voices insisting on accountability and clarity regarding his policy decisions.