Former Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Obiri Boahen, has publicly criticized President John Dramani Mahama for his recent initiative to distribute sanitary pads to school girls during the first 120 days of his presidency. Apexnewsgh reports
In a candid interview, Boahen labeled the initiative as a “misplaced priority,” suggesting that it detracts from more pressing national issues.
Boahen expressed his concerns, arguing that while Mahama is preoccupied with distributing sanitary pads, leaders in neighboring countries are making substantial strides in national development. He pointed specifically to Interim President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso, who he believes is effecting significant transformation within his country’s leadership.
“This is not an achievement,” Boahen commented, emphasizing the stark contrast between Mahama’s effort and the impactful leadership seen in Burkina Faso. “The President of Burkina Faso is transforming his country. If you compare that to buying sanitary pads for school girls, it’s clearly a misplaced priority.”
Boahen’s remarks reflect a growing concern among some political figures regarding the focus of national initiatives and the need for more substantial contributions to development in Ghana. As discussions around leadership priorities continue, the debate over the effectiveness of such symbolic gestures remains a crucial topic among political commentators.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
