Akufo-Addo
Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is a Ghanaian lawyer and politician who served as the President of Ghana from January 2017 to January 2025. A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), he previously held the position of Attorney General and Minister of Foreign Affairs. During his presidency, Akufo-Addo focused on several key initiatives, including the 'Planting for Food and Jobs' program and the 'Free Senior High School' policy, aimed at improving agricultural productivity and education accessibility in Ghana. His administration was characterized by efforts to combat corruption and improve economic growth, though it faced challenges such as inflation and public debt. The recent news regarding the revocation of appointments made during his administration highlights the political shifts in Ghana following his tenure.
Born on Mar 29, 1944 (81 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Ghana | 3 | 4.00 | 0.42% | +50% | 31,072,945 | 195,838 | $67,000 | 422$ |
| Totals | 3 | 31,072,945 | 195,838 | $67,000 | 422$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ghana:
They seldom forget, a là Akufo-Addo ordering chiefs to rise from their thrones to greet him.
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Ghana:
Mahama criticised the previous Akufo-Addo administration for what he described as regulatory bottlenecks that discouraged investment and stalled progress in the oil sector.
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Ghana:
Akufo-Addo is the former President under whose administration Charles Bissue served.
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Ghana:
Mr Ansa-Asare mentioned that if Akufo-Addo appoints, he is politicising.
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Ghana:
The actions of President Mahama mirror similar steps taken under former President Akufo-Addo’s administration.
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Ghana:
Akufo-Addo is mentioned for his Thank You Tour in 2009.
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Ghana:
To them, Bawumia was placing the blame for the defeat on the ex-President’s head.
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Ghana:
President Akufo-Addo stated that Akonta Mining is not involved in illegal activities.
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Ghana:
President Akufo-Addo stated that Akonta Mining is not involved in illegal activities.
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Ghana:
Bright Mensah Bonsu was issued a diplomatic passport on October 18, 2023 by the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government.
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