Many years after leaving office, Mr Mahama continues to play a vital role in Ghanaian politics, contributing to the national debate and shaping the country’s political direction. His continuing influence is a testament to his important place in the political sphere.
The recent series of public apologies to President Mahama reflects a greater understanding by Ghanaians of the complex nature of leadership and governance. Many who previously criticized and insulted the president now recognize the broader context of his presidency and acknowledge that decisions in the presidency are often multifaceted and complex.
This collective plea for forgiveness is more than just a symbolic act. It demonstrates a society willing to acknowledge its own actions and embrace a more nuanced view of political leadership. It signals an evolving democracy, where individuals are increasingly willing to engage in reflective dialogue and foster reconciliation.
Pulse.com.gh has compiled a list of six Ghanaians who want Mahama to forgive them.
I was not fair to Mahama — Kennedy Agyapong
Kennedy Agyapong has apologised to former President John Mahama.
Speaking on Accra-based Star FM, he said he had not been fair to Mr Mahama.
“The way he treated me and the way I spoke harshly to John Mahama, I think it was unfair to Mahama. He is a really great guy..
“I Sorry, I’m human too. I’ll tell you everything I want to say about my relationship with him. Sorry.,” He said.
Agyapong further stated that he has a good relationship with the former presidential family, especially the wife of former President Mahama.
He, however, revealed that he has a good relationship with Mahama’s family, especially his wife.
Kennedy Agyapong has been one of the harshest critics of the Mahama-led NDC government which handed the party defeat in the 2016 and 2020 elections.
Captain Smart pleads with Mahama
Onua TV show presenter, Captain Smart has begged John Mahama to forgive him.
He said the 2020 NDC leader should be forgiven for all previous corruption allegations made against him during his tenure in office.
Captain Smart said most of the accusations levelled against John Mahama at the time were false.
He said reports some years ago that Mr Mahama was so corrupt that he owned a house in the United Arab Emirates were patently false.
He said he went to Dubai himself to search for these houses but could not find a single room in Mahama’s name, let alone a house.
He went on to deny reports that Mahama had hidden money and confirmed that his cheques had also come up negative.
He questioned whether Ghanaians were not informed that Mahama had bought a house in Dubai?
Addressing Mr Mahama directly, he said he regretted publishing the article and said he had seen in the newspapers and online that Mr Mahama was corrupt and had bought a house in Dubai, saying he was “sorry, John, sorry, sorry”.
He added that he went all the way to Dubai to look for Mahama’s house but didn’t see one. Sorry Mahama.
He reiterated that despite not being a member of the NDC, he spoke today to champion the truth and exonerate the former president.
Mahama was an angel – Hopeson Adley
Former member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Hopeson Addley, has described former President John Dramani Mahama as an “angel”.
He is ready to publicly apologize to the former president on live television for contributing to his defeat in the 2016 election with his vile propaganda.
Adley, who is now a member of the Movement for Change, said it was a big mistake to join the NPP to denigrate Mahama.
He expressed regret for defaming Mr Mahama and acknowledged that the allegations against him were baseless.
Adoriye’s change of heart prompted them to form a group called “Send Them to Jail”, which aims to campaign for the prosecution of corrupt officials under the current government if the NDC wins the election.
Kumchacha apologises to Mahama
Prophet Nicholas Osei, popularly known as Prophet Kumchacha and founder of Heaven’s Gate Ministries, has publicly apologized for his past criticism of the Mahama administration.
The apology comes amid growing discontent with the current administration led by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia.
Prophet Kumchacha in his apology admitted that he has never voted for the NDC.
Reflecting on his previous criticisms of Mr Mahama during his tenure, he added that he had been bold in criticising John Mahama when negative events occurred during his tenure and that he “owes an apology to John Mahama”.
Odike begs Mahama for forgiveness
The founder of the United Progressive Party (UPP), Akwasi Odike Addai, offered a full apology to Mahama.
Odike alleges he committed a crime against Mahama for disparaging his credibility in the run-up to the 2016 elections.
He says his actions propelled President Addo Dankwa Nana Akufo-Addo to power.
He said everyone knows he was among those who campaigned against Mr Mahama’s re-election in 2016 and that he regrets all his actions and will be pleading with Mr Mahama.
he [Mahama] All Ghanaians and I should forgive them for all that has happened,” he said.
Odike, in an interview with Accra-based Adom FM, said the current NPP government has failed to deliver on many of the promises it made that won it massive votes.
Barima Sydney apologises to Mahama for ‘Papa No’ song
Barima Sydney has apologised to Mr Mahama and the NDC over the possibility that the 2020 song, “Papa No”, may have adversely affected his electoral results.
The controversial song was released ahead of the 2020 general election.
Speaking to Joy TV, Sydney explained that she was inspired to write the song after the phrase “Papa No” became a trending topic on social media at the time.
He, however, noted that the song has been misinterpreted by some as a direct attack on Mr Mahama, who happened to be associated with the phrase in political discourse.