Gabby Otchere-Darko finally ‘bows’ to Mahama

New Patriotic Party (NPP) stalwart Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko has described President John Dramani Mahama as the most prepared president in Ghana’s history.

Speaking in an interview on Asaase Radio on Monday, June 16, 2025, Gabby said Mahama’s long journey through various political roles gives him unmatched experience and insight into leadership.

“I think the current president is probably the most prepared president we’ve had. From assemblyman all the way to where he is now — vice president, president — you’ve been in opposition, seen who your real friends are, learned from your mistakes, identified missed opportunities, and now you’ve been given another chance,” he stated.

However, he cautioned that the president now faces the difficult task of delivering on the promises he made, especially to Ghana’s youth.

“The youth are unforgiving. They want jobs. They voted for you because they expect their aspirations to be met by your 24-hour economy policy and other promises. Satisfying them in this world of social media, new media, where every government action is overexposed and exaggerated, is a huge challenge,” he said.

Gabby stressed that the president’s job is to create opportunities, not to personally meet everyone’s expectations.

“Your role is not to fulfill people’s aspirations directly, but to create the enabling environment for them to pursue those aspirations. If the government does that, creating space and opportunity, the youth must also put in the hard work to realise their goals,” he explained.

He further encouraged young people in Ghana to look beyond the country and explore opportunities in other African nations.

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