Former President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama has once again charge on the current President, His Excellency Nana Addo on how he keeps on tormenting people for sharing their opinion if it goes against him. The former President, Mahama made some comments following how he claimed most of the media men who mostly speaks against this government faces problem.
“We believe that the ability of citizens to express themselves freely is a right and not a privilege. This administration must learn to tolerate criticisms and enhance free speech while protecting journalists from harm,” Mr Mahama said in a statement to mark the birth of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He said. He went ahead of accuse the President of finding ways to mute journalists who have been on his nerve in his governance.
The former President expressed concerns about suppression of the press, which he said had resulted in “the media being cowed into silence.” He believes “an intimidated citizenry do not constitute the appropriate resource for sustainable progress and national development.” He added.
“Democracy, transparency and accountability are bed fellows, and therefore, while creating opportunities for all, leaders are also required to wage a strong battle against corruption,” Mr Mahama added
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