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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana | 3 | 5.33 | 0.40% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 125,126 | $67,000 | 270$ |
| Totals | 3 | 31,072,945 | 125,126 | $67,000 | 270$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ghana:
The previous administration frequently referenced the 10,800 kilometres figure as a major achievement under its 'Year of Roads' campaign.
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Ghana:
The project had already been conceived under the previous Akufo-Addo administration.
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Ghana:
Collins Adomako-Mensah said the appraisal and commercial declaration of the Eban and Akoma oil fields stemmed from actions taken under the Akufo-Addo administration.
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Ghana:
Mr Kufuor mentioned President Akufo-Addo in the context of the party's principles and leadership.
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Ghana:
Dr Ayine stated that the culprits operated during the administration of former President Akufo-Addo.
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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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