‘Human beings are dangerous’ – Former MP laments over Mahama’s appointments
Former Member of Parliament (MP) for Subin constituency, Eugene Boakye Antwi, says he is now more afraid of human beings than ever before — and his reason is quite simple: some of the very people who harshly criticised the NPP government in the past have now accepted appointments from President John Dramani Mahama in the current NDC administration.
Speaking on Peace FM’s Kokrokoo morning show on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, Boakye Antwi, who served in the 7th Parliament under the New Patriotic Party (NPP), did not hide his disappointment and shock. According to him, these appointments show how deceitful and self-centred some individuals in the country can be.
“I Am Now Afraid of Human Beings” – Boakye Antwi Speaks Out
The former MP did not mince words when he expressed how shocked he was after seeing names of people who pretended to be neutral in Ghana’s politics, but are now happily accepting high positions in the NDC government.
“President Mahama’s recent appointments have made me become fearful of humans even more,” he said.
“Human beings are dangerous. Some of these people are the same ones who strongly criticised the former NPP government, but now they have been appointed by the current government. What does this tell you?”
He explained that these individuals used to go on radio and television, speaking as if they were only fighting for Ghana, but today, it looks like they had hidden motives all along.
The Case of Dr. Adu Anane Antwi
One of the examples Eugene Boakye Antwi gave was Dr. Adu Anane Antwi, a respected financial expert. During the NPP administration, particularly when the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) was introduced, Dr. Anane Antwi was very vocal.
“He spoke massively against the DDEP. People praised him for his boldness,” Boakye Antwi recalled.
“But today, that same person has received an appointment as Board Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under President Mahama’s government.”
This, according to him, shows that some people pretend to be patriotic, but deep down, they are only waiting for the right moment to benefit themselves.
“It Was Never About Ghana” – The Former MP Criticises Motives
Eugene Boakye Antwi was clear in his view that such individuals were never fighting for the nation’s interest.
“They made it look like they were attacking the NPP because of bad governance,” he said.
“But now we know it was just a strategy. They attacked us so they could later gain favour and appointments.”
He further added:
“If you claim to be a neutral and you criticise a government, fine. But if you later accept a political appointment from the opposition, it raises questions about your sincerity.”
“I Would Never Accept It” – Boakye Antwi Takes a Stand
Boakye Antwi also used the opportunity to share what he would have done if he were in the shoes of these so-called “neutrals.”
“If I were one of those people who positioned myself as a neutral voice and openly criticised the government, I wouldn’t have accepted such an appointment,” he stated.
“Because once you do that, you lose your credibility. People will start to question whether you were genuinely speaking for Ghana or you were just angling for a job.”
Reactions and Mixed Opinions From the Public
As expected, Boakye Antwi’s comments have sparked debate across the country. Many people have taken to radio stations, social media, and marketplaces to share their views.
Some agree with him, saying Ghana has too many “opportunists” who pretend to be patriotic only when it benefits them.
Others disagree, saying that if someone has the qualifications and experience to help the country, there is nothing wrong with giving them a position — even if they used to criticise the previous government.
Here are a few voices:
Ama Adjeiwaa, a teacher in Cape Coast:
“Boakye Antwi is right. Some people just know how to talk plenty on radio. But now we know they just wanted attention and appointments.”
Kwabena Mensah, a business owner in Tamale:
“So what if someone criticised the NPP? Maybe they just want to help Ghana. Should President Mahama only appoint people who were quiet during the NPP time?”
Appointments and the Issue of Integrity in Ghana
This whole matter has once again opened up a national conversation about trust, politics, and integrity.
Should people who used to criticise the government ever accept political appointments?
Is it possible to be truly neutral in Ghana’s politics?
Are public criticisms always genuine, or are they sometimes part of personal ambition?
Boakye Antwi believes that the integrity of public figures is now under threat, especially when they pretend to be above politics, but later accept political appointments without hesitation.
“Let us not deceive ourselves. People are not as sincere as they claim to be,” he said.
President Mahama’s Side of the Story
So far, the Office of the President has not officially responded to Boakye Antwi’s comments. However, sources close to the presidency have defended the recent appointments, saying they are based on competence and professionalism, not political loyalty.
They argue that Ghana needs the best minds, regardless of political past, to move the country forward.
“If someone speaks the truth and criticises the government, does that mean they should never be allowed to serve the country again?” a source asked.
Final Thoughts – Are We Ready for True Neutrality?
This whole episode shows how difficult it is to be seen as truly neutral in Ghanaian politics. The moment someone accepts an appointment, people begin to question their past actions and motives.
Eugene Boakye Antwi’s warning may be harsh, but it reflects the reality of a political culture where trust is hard to come by and motivations are constantly scrutinised.
At the end of the day, one question remains: Can Ghana ever have truly independent voices in public life, or will everything always be seen through a political lens?