Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo is facing criticism following the unveiling of a statue in his honor outside the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital in Sekondi, located in the country’s Western Region.
The statue, intended to commemorate the development projects launched under his administration, was revealed during Akufo-Addo’s « thank-you tour » as he prepares to leave office in January after two terms.
The statue’s unveiling, however, has ignited backlash on social media, with many Ghanaians viewing it as an act of “self-glorification” amid ongoing, unfinished projects across the country.
Opposition MP Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah voiced the public sentiment on social media, stating, « The people of the Western Region deserve better than these self-serving displays. »
Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah, the Western Region minister, praised Akufo-Addo’s contributions during the ceremony, citing key projects as evidence of the president’s impact.
Akufo-Addo himself claims to have fulfilled 80% of his promises to Ghanaians, but many citizens remain skeptical, questioning the timing and necessity of the monument.
Critics argue that it would be more meaningful for Akufo-Addo’s legacy to be recognized by future generations rather than through self-erected tributes.
Photos of the statue have gone viral, with some Ghanaians calling for its removal once the president leaves office, highlighting a broader frustration over unmet expectations and lingering developmental needs.
