NDC MPs wore white, while NPP MPs showed up in black for President Mahama’s SONA
Members of Parliament (MPs) from the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) arrived in Parliament for President John Dramani Mahama’s maiden State of the Nation Address (SONA) dressed in black, while their counterparts from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) showed up in the celebration colour of white.
The address, which is in line with the Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, and which is expected to outline Mahama’s ambitious “Resetting Ghana” agenda, aims at tackling economic challenges, creating jobs, and restoring stability.
In his address, the president is expected to touch on key areas of his government’s policy objectives.
He is also expected to provide updates on the state of Ghana’s economy, including the ongoing IMF bailout program, security, and the cost of living, among other issues.
Additionally, he will update Ghanaians on deliverables for the year ahead, as well as the achievements of his government so far and the challenges that lie ahead.
While the NDC MPs’ white attire symbolises hope and confidence in Mahama’s leadership, the NPP’s choice of black appears to signal dissatisfaction or protest against his administration, which is less than two months old.
See photos of the MPs from both sides of Parliament below:
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