According to Joyce Bawah Mogtari, former President John Mahama's special assistant, former President Akufo-Addo will get the benefits that the constitution requires.


Joyce Bawa spoke with Serwaa Amihere on GHOne TV about the contentious handling of her boss, President John Mahama, after leaving office. She stressed that President Akufo-Addo would, in fact, be entitled to the benefits specified in the constitution and that this ought to be the standard for all former presidents.

While the events that transpired were “embarrassing” and “regrettable,” Joyce Bawa said they should be a lesson for the future when considering how President Mahama was treated after he left office.

However, she acknowledged the sacrifices made by individuals who serve as president, highlighting that it requires immense dedication and commitment to lead the country. She further expressed her belief that it would not be excessive for the state to offer former presidents a house or two after their tenure.

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“President Akufo-Addo will certainly be getting what the constitution says we should give him—whatever the recommendations are. What happened to Mr. Mahama, embarrassing as it was and still is, I hope we don’t repeat those sorts of mistakes.”


Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Special Aide to former President John Mahama, has declared that former President Akufo-Addo will receive what the constitution stipulates should be granted to him.


Speaking on GHOne TV with Serwaa Amihere, Joyce Bawa addressed the controversial issue surrounding the post-presidency treatment of her boss, President John Mahama. She emphasized that President Akufo-Addo would indeed receive the benefits outlined by the constitution, as it is his entitlement, and that this should be the norm for all former presidents.

Reflecting on the treatment of President Mahama after he left office, Joyce Bawa stated that while the events that transpired were “embarrassing” and “regrettable,” they should serve as a lesson for the future.

However, she acknowledged the sacrifices made by individuals who serve as president, highlighting that it requires immense dedication and commitment to lead the country. She further expressed her belief that it would not be excessive for the state to offer former presidents a house or two after their tenure.

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“President Akufo-Addo will certainly be getting what the constitution says we should give him—whatever the recommendations are. What happened to Mr. Mahama, embarrassing as it was and still is, I hope we don’t repeat those sorts of mistakes.”


“People come to the presidency and they actually sacrifice a great deal. Having served Mr. Mahama all these years, it takes a lot to serve Ghana as president. For the citizens to offer the former president one house or two, I think, is not too much to ask.

“What Akufo-Addo and Vice President Bawumia did to John Mahama is a matter that will forever live in the books of history. Unfortunate, regrettable, and unnecessary as it was, I’m delighted that we came out of it.”

Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/103.5FM/Deborah Amuzu