In a series of biting tweets following the historic victory of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the December 7, 2024 general election, popular musician and entrepreneur, Criss Waddle, indirectly addressed President Nana Akufo-Addo and the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Waddle, known for his outspoken views on social issues, reflected on the political climate under the NPP’s rule, particularly the leadership of Akufo-Addo over the past eight years.
In his tweets, the musician cum entrepreneur criticized the Akufo-Addo administration for its handling of opposition voices and dissent, claiming that nearly anyone who spoke against the government faced arrest or repression. He further pointed to the impact on the media, suggesting that journalists lost their freedom of speech under the regime.
The ‘Bei Gya’ hitmaker also slammed the government for its economic policies, particularly its imposition of higher taxes while many businesses were left struggling, especially those not aligned with the NPP’s interests. He highlighted the suffering of ordinary Ghanaians, noting that people begged the government to address pressing issues like unemployment, only to have their pleas ignored in favor of the construction of a controversial national cathedral.
People cried of pure hunger yet you kept imposing higher taxes,” Waddle wrote, expressing his frustration with the priorities set by the Akufo-Addo government.
In what many interpreted as a jab at the President’s approach to governance, the singer referenced the authoritarian nature of the leadership, suggesting that even traditional leaders were forced to bow to Akufo-Addo’s demands. He also mentioned the now-infamous response of the President to the widespread calls for reform, where Akufo-Addo allegedly told citizens to “fix themselves,” an unsympathetic remark that many found dismissive.
As the country waits for the official declaration of John Dramani Mahama as the President-elect by the Electoral Commission, Chris Waddle’s comments have resonated with a significant portion of the electorate. Many view Mahama’s victory, assuming the official results follow the trend of the provisional ones, as a response to years of frustration under the current regime. The NPP’s defeat, especially in key constituencies such as Dome Kwabenya and Sekondi, signals a major political shift, with the NDC reclaiming ground that was previously considered strongholds for the NPP.
Waddle’s tweets, which paint a vivid picture of discontent, have been shared widely on social media, adding to the public discourse on the reasons behind the NPP’s electoral loss. His candid reflections on the past eight years under Akufo-Addo’s leadership have become part of the broader narrative shaping the current political moment in Ghana.
Source: Ameyawdebrah
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