Ghanaians across social media have been buzzing with reactions after controversial social media commentator, Albert Hype, popularly known as Bongo Ideas, sent a striking birthday message to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
Born on March 29, 1944, former President Akufo-Addo marks his 81st birthday today, March 29, 2025. Having served as Ghana’s 13th president from 2017 to 2025, his leadership has been a subject of much discussion, drawing both praise and criticism over the years.
As messages of goodwill poured in from political figures, celebrities, and citizens alike, one message stood out and became the center of online debates. Bongo Ideas took to social media to wish the former president well, but his words carried a tone that many found thought-provoking.
His message read:
“Happy Birthday, Akufo-Addo. May God handle you according to how you have handled Ghana. May whatever Ghanaians endured during your tenure be your reward a hundredfold. May whatever you deserve come to you, and may you not escape the fruits of your deeds. Amen.”
The post quickly went viral, garnering thousands of shares, comments, and reactions. While some Ghanaians applauded the message as an honest reflection of the country’s struggles under Akufo-Addo’s leadership, others found it too harsh, arguing that birthdays should be a time for goodwill and not criticism.
“Bongo Ideas never misses an opportunity to make a statement! This is the best birthday message Akufo-Addo could get—straight to the point,” one user commented.
Another, however, disagreed: “No matter what, let’s respect our elders. This is unnecessary on someone’s birthday.”
Despite the mixed reactions, Bongo Ideas stood by his words, stating that he only wished for fairness in the way leaders are remembered and judged. “If he did well, then this prayer will be a blessing. If not, then he will reap what he sowed,” he tweeted in response to the backlash.
As Ghanaians continue to reflect on Akufo-Addo’s legacy, it is clear that his presidency has left a lasting impact—one that will be discussed for years to come. Whether Bongo Ideas’ message is seen as a fair critique or an unnecessary jab, one thing is certain: it has sparked a conversation that won’t die down anytime soon.
Source: GH Page