Mahama government’s goodwill waning, says Atik Mohammed

Civil society activist Atik Mohammed is urging greater accountability from President Mahama’s administration, saying that after one year in office, the government faces its first major test in delivering on campaign promises.

In a post on Facebook, Mohammed, said that goodwill toward the government is beginning to wane amid growing frustration among cocoa farmers, contractors, and unemployed youth.

“After one year, the grace period is over. Citizens are right to expect results. Cocoa farmers, contractors, and the youth who hoped for a 24-hour economy will raise their voices, and we in civil society must hold the government accountable,” Mohammed wrote.

Pressure

He added that civil society groups would remain vigilant in monitoring government performance, citing their previous activism against the administration of former President Nana Akufo-Addo.

“Just as we did not slumber in calling out the Akuffo Addo government in its many failings, we certainly will be awake to our duties today,” he said.

Observers note that Mahama’s administration faces immediate pressure to stabilize the cocoa sector, improve job creation, and deliver on economic reforms, all while maintaining public trust in a politically charged environment.

IEA survey

Meanwhile, a new survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) shows that public confidence in President John Dramani Mahama remains high, despite ongoing economic challenges.

The December 2025 poll found that 68 percent of Ghanaians approve of how President Mahama is handling his job, while 22 percent disapprove and 10 percent are undecided.

The survey, conducted across all regions of the country, also assessed public views on issues such as inflation, unemployment, and the cost of living.

While some economic indicators are improving, the IEA notes that many Ghanaians continue to face significant socioeconomic pressures, highlighting the challenges the government still needs to address.