Mahama denies false wealth publication, accuses NPP of smear campaign

The Office of Former President John Dramani Mahama has refuted recent publications that falsely claim he is the fourth richest individual in Ghana with a net worth of $900 million.

In a press statement released earlier today, the former President vehemently denied these allegations, labeling them as entirely baseless and malicious.

The statement, signed by Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Special Aide to Mr. Mahama, characterized the claims as a deliberate attempt to tarnish the reputation of the former President and undermine his unwavering dedication to public service.

“Mr. Mahama vehemently denies the claims, which he considers yet another attempt to discredit his reputation, cause disaffection towards him, and undermine his leadership of selfless service,” the statement read.

The statement suggested that these allegations were part of a broader strategy by political opponents, notably the New Patriotic Party (NPP), to damage Mr. Mahama’s image as the 2024 general elections approach.

“It is obvious that this publication is part of a deliberate and discredited strategy by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to spread lies and seek to generate public disaffection for the leader and flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC),” said Mogtari.

The statement urged Ghanaians to dismiss the publication and treat it with the contempt it deserves, emphasizing the importance of focusing on holding the current government accountable for its handling of the economy and the use of state resources.

“We encourage the public to focus on holding the non-performing NPP government accountable for its gross mismanagement of the economy and dissipation of state resources,” the statement stated.