President John Dramani Mahama (L) and his brother Ibrahim Mahama (R)
President John Dramani Mahama has garnered significant goodwill from the Ghanaian people, with many expressing strong support for him and his decisions.
However, his supporters have also been quick to offer criticisms when certain actions have not aligned with expectations or favorable outcomes.
A recent example of such criticisms occurred on March 7, 2025, during President Mahama’s visit to the flood-stricken areas of Ketu South, which were severely impacted by tidal waves.
Several towns have been submerged by rising sea levels, primarily due to the absence of a proper sea defense system to protect the communities.
In response, various government officials, along with Ibrahim Mahama, a businessman, and the president’s brother, visited the affected areas to assess the extent of the damage.
However, an incident that sparked widespread debates and conversations on social media occurred when the president was seen being driven around the affected communities by his brother, Ibrahim Mahama.
This moment generated significant criticisms, with some arguing that it was inappropriate and unacceptable for the president, a high-profile figure, to be driven around by his brother without the usual security protocols in place.
Critics raised concerns that such a lapse could potentially compromise the president’s security and undermine established protocols.
On the other hand, some netizens have defended the president’s actions, arguing that there was no real threat to his safety or security.
They emphasised that the gesture demonstrated humility, with the president allowing his brother to serve as his chauffeur—a move they felt reflected a level of inclusivity and freedom not seen under previous administrations.
They also noted how this incident reflects and represents a true change in government.
Here are some social media reactions to this most recent incident between President Mahama and his younger brother, Ibrahim Mahama:
1. It’s a long thread – Ibrahim Mahama driving Prez Mahama..
There are two critical things that are considered in selecting a designated driver for high profile figures like the president: Loyalty and security awareness (eg. evasive driving measures, escape routes etc).
— Your MC (@thedavidquaye) March 8, 2025
When Ibrahim Mahama helps the average Ghanaian, it’s all praises“Oh, God bless him! Oh, Dzata!” But let him do something for his own family, and suddenly, the same people start whining. So he should abandon his own people just to please you? Nonsense! pic.twitter.com/dW9kTmHJwe
— With All Due Respect (@cdzas) March 7, 2025
Imagine if Gabby Otchere-Darko drove ex prez Akufo-Addo in a state car to a location, the media & the whole Ghana would have called them names, but Ibrahim Mahama drives prez John Mahama at Agavedzi in Ketu South & the NDC says it’s not family & friends. I blame the NPP though.💯 pic.twitter.com/8QqWMk9BpP
— FIRST BORN🪬🇬🇭 (@ElSaminou) March 7, 2025
Scandal of the Day:
Ibrahim Mahama drove his senior brother.
END.
— Che🇬🇭 (@CheEsquire) March 7, 2025
Everybody get dema own problem.
My own be how I go get money chop this week.
Somebody en own too be say Ibrahim Mahama dey drive JDM. lol— Cudjoe, Really? (@RegularCudjoe) March 9, 2025
Don’t play😂
Ibrahim Mahama is a brother we all wish to have in life. A supportive brother like none pic.twitter.com/0nwfLsblvW— Berry ☯︎🦍🥷 (@fanti_boy) March 7, 2025
Why is the NPP pained about Ibrahim Mahama driving his own brother. Ibrahim Mahama can never be compared with Gabby because Gabby never supported the state with resources when Ghanaians were in need during Prez Akufo Addo’s term. Failed propaganda once again #MahamaThePresident pic.twitter.com/FR2AGcNIaZ
— Godwin Yao Setsoafia Kpodo (@godwinkpodo_ys) March 7, 2025
Ibrahim Mahama, E&P MD, joined his brother, Pres. John Mahama, for a drive through flood-hit Agavedzi in Ketu South, Volta Region, showing sibling support in tough times. With a brother by your side, you’re never alone.” pic.twitter.com/T32Da85kRS
— Caleb Qwofi Right (@calebeshun) March 7, 2025
Ibrahim Mahama drives the President in the official state car with the coat of arms “number plate”. You still don’t see how crazy that is.
— Ripe Chance Woods (@thejosephmireku) March 7, 2025
The President’s brother, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama drives a whole President of the Republic in an official car with the coat of arms plate boldly on it and no one sees anything wrong with it because oh it is Mahama and NDC but hell would’ve broken lose if that was Gabby driving Fmr.…
— CHARLOTTE NICOLE 🕊 (@charllycolegh) March 7, 2025
Ibrahim Mahama, a brother of the president, can drive him around in a state car on an official visit. Imagine if this were Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko driving Akufo-Addo.
Nyame betua nkrofo bi ka wate!!! pic.twitter.com/ym7BElqfLG
— Louis Anokye (@LouisAnokye6) March 7, 2025
A private citizen is casually driving the President around on an official duty in his private vehicle and you people don’t see the problem with it? The President is a national asset and his security is paramount. Where is the dedicated driver assigned to him by National Security? https://t.co/zct3cnMnRY
— Rex (@RexKwasiDanquah) March 7, 2025
John Mahama is providing a true and proper interpretation of family and friends, where his brother drives him in an official vehicle to state functions, a practice even Iddi Amin did not engage in.
— BAWUMIA SHALL RETURN (@AchNana) March 8, 2025
MAG/AE
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