Bawumia, Akufo-Addo Must Be Accountable, Says Mahama’s Office

The Office of former President John Dramani Mahama has expressed deep satisfaction with the ruling by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) that clears him of any allegations related to the Airbus scandal. In a statement released following the OSP’s ruling, Mahama’s office highlighted the decision as a reaffirmation of the former president’s integrity and dedication to honesty and transparency throughout his political career.

The statement emphasized that the OSP’s ruling confirms what has always been known about Mahama: a man of integrity, committed to the principles of honesty and transparency. Mahama’s team also addressed the political context surrounding the scandal, criticizing attempts by the current government to leverage the issue for political gain.

Despite the UK’s Serious Fraud Office previously clearing Mahama’s brother and others involved, the ruling government continued to frame the matter as a tool for political advantage, according to the statement. A significant revelation in the OSP’s ruling was that President Nana Akufo-Addo had personally requested an investigation into Mahama, casting further doubt on the motivations behind the original accusations.

Mahama’s office claimed that these accusations were designed to tarnish his reputation, but the lies and fabricated stories against him have been consistently proven false. The statement emphasized that Mahama has always been willing to cooperate with any investigation, standing firm in his belief that he has nothing to hide.

In a bold challenge, Mahama’s office called on Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and President Akufo-Addo to subject themselves to the same level of scrutiny and transparency. This call underscores the need for accountability across all levels of leadership, ensuring that leaders are held to the same standards of integrity and transparency that Mahama has demonstrated throughout his career.