President John Dramani Mahama has come under scrutiny on separate occasions

Since assuming office, President John Dramani Mahama has faced intense public scrutiny on two notable occasions.

Without a doubt, the president has received generous offerings from his brother, Ibrahim Mahama, on separate occasions, which have drawn significant criticisms.

Public and critical concerns have primarily focused on the security implications of such actions, given his position as the head of state.

While some may view these instances as harmless, others argue that they raise serious questions about established protocols and potential risks to the country.

Some notable persons who have spoken against these acts include Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, the Member of Parliament for Techiman South.

He has petitioned Parliament, raising concerns over actions that he believes could compromise the security and safety of President John Dramani Mahama.

He made the petition on two key events.

Here are the two occasions that have warranted scrutiny of the president:

Presidential travels with Dzata private jet

During his official trip to The Gambia and Senegal, President Mahama traveled aboard the Dzata private jet, owned by his brother, Ibrahim Mahama.

Critics questioned this decision, arguing that the country’s official jet, The Falcon, was in pristine condition, thereby raising concerns about the rationale behind the choice.

Although the Minister of State In-Charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, assured the public that the use of the Dzata private jet incurred no cost to taxpayers, critics remained firm in their concerns.

Mahama chauffeured by his brother

President Mahama once again came under backlash when videos of his brother driving him around during an official visit to flood-stricken areas in Ketu South in the Volta Region emerged online.

Some towns in the region have been submerged by the sea in a tidal wave damage.

President Mahama, among other government officials, plus his brother, on March 7, 2025, visited some of those areas to assess the extent of the damage.

A video seemingly showing Ibrahim driving the presidential vehicle sparked varied reactions.

While it is unclear which car in the convoy carried the president, the leading vehicle, displaying the State Emblem instead of a number plate, was clearly driven by Ibrahim Mahama.

Critics contended that the president’s frequent acceptance of generous offerings from his brother could be perceived as an attempt to secure future government favors, particularly in the awarding of contracts.

Others, however, have praised the gesture, describing it as a demonstration of the strong bond of brotherhood between the two.

They also highlighted Ibrahim Mahama’s humility, emphasising that his social standing does not hinder his willingness to support his brother.

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