By GhanaNewsPage 
Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Special Aide to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, has sharply criticized President Akufo-Addo’s recent comments during his visit to the Upper East Region, describing them as “utterly mind-boggling.”
Mogtari argues that the President’s statements reflect a profound disconnect from the realities facing Ghanaians, particularly those in northern Ghana.
During his address, President Akufo-Addo attacked NDC candidate John Dramani Mahama, encouraging voters to support Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the candidate capable of continuing the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) progress. He also suggested that the NDC’s position on the ballot, number 8, would negatively impact their electoral prospects.
In a post on X on October 3, Mogtari highlighted the pressing challenges in the Upper East Region, including economic difficulties and inadequate infrastructure, contrasting these issues with the President’s overly optimistic remarks. She emphasized that Akufo-Addo’s failure to acknowledge these hardships demonstrates a lack of understanding and empathy for the struggles of ordinary Ghanaians.
Mogtari further criticized the President’s leadership style, advocating for a government that actively engages with citizens to address their concerns. As the 2024 elections draw near, she called for a change in leadership, asserting that an NDC administration would prioritize the welfare of all citizens and ensure their voices are heard.
In her post, she stated, “Yesterday I heard President Akufo-Addo speaking in the Upper East Region and his utterances were utterly mind-boggling. The NPP is clearly out of touch and out of sync; it is time to vote them out! #Ghana is not a family heirloom.”