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Ghana will Be better under Bawumia’s leadership – Egyapa Mercer
A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Egyapa Mercer, has argued that Ghana would be better off if Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia becomes President.
He said criticisms labelling Dr. Bawumia as a liar over unfulfilled campaign promises are unfair and politically motivated.
According to him, no political party in Ghana’s history has been able to fulfil all its manifesto promises since the return to democratic rule in 1992.
“They call Dr. Bawumia a liar because some promises made by the NPP were not fulfilled. But the truth is that no party has delivered 100 percent of its manifesto,” he said.
Mr. Mercer questioned whether past leaders should also be described as liars because they were unable to fully implement their promises.
He cited President John Dramani Mahama’s tenure between 2012 and 2016, noting that several commitments made during that period were also not fully achieved.
“Even assessments showed that less than 50 percent of those promises were delivered, but that does not mean he was lying,” he stated.
He explained that manifestos represent a vision for national development and that several factors, including economic and global challenges, can affect implementation.
Mr. Mercer said Dr. Bawumia played a key role in proposing solutions during Ghana’s recent economic crisis, some of which are currently being used by the present government.
He pointed to policies related to gold accumulation and economic management as examples of ideas that are still benefiting the country.
He expressed concern about decisions by the current administration to sell some gold reserves, warning that such actions could have long-term consequences.
Mr. Mercer said he has worked closely with Dr. Bawumia and has confidence in his leadership abilities.
“I know his work ethic, his knowledge, his experience and his attitude to work,” he said.
He added that Ghanaians have time to assess leadership options ahead of the 2028 general elections.
According to him, the country would be better served if Dr. Bawumia becomes President in the future.
“I strongly believe that if he becomes President in 2028, Ghana will be better for it,” he added.
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TO promote Ghana’s cultural heritage, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has announced that government is encouraging Ghanaians to dedicate every Wednesday to the wearing of Fugu, also known as Batakari or smock, as part of efforts to promote the country’s cultural heritage.
In a correspondence dated February 10, 2026, the ministry explained that the initiative forms part of government’s broader commitment to preserve, promote and celebrate Ghana’s rich cultural identity.
It called on all Ghanaians, as well as friends of Ghana both at home and abroad, to take part by wearing fugu in its various designs and styles, together with its traditional accessories.
According to the ministry, the move is aimed at deepening national cultural awareness and strengthening the country’s sense of identity, while projecting Ghana’s heritage to the international community with pride.
The ministry further noted that the initiative is expected to bring social and economic benefits to the country.
It explained that increased use of fugu would support local weavers, designers, artisans and traders involved in the production and sale of the attire, while also creating more business and employment opportunities across the value chain.
Government believes that the nationwide embrace of fugu will help strengthen national unity, boost the creative economy and serve as a strong symbol of Ghana’s cultural confidence and self expression.
The correspondence was signed by the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, who reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to policies that promote Ghanaian culture and creative industries.
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