We have taken difficult decisions – Pres. Mahama reflects on one year in office

President John Dramani Mahama has reflected on the first year of his second term in office, stating that his administration has taken difficult decisions and undertaken challenging reforms aimed at restoring Ghana’s economy and rebuilding national confidence.

According to him, these decisions have enabled his government to lay a strong foundation for sustainable progress in the years ahead, even though the full impact of the reforms may not yet be visible to many Ghanaians.

The President made the remarks at a non-denominational thanksgiving service on January 7, 2026, to mark exactly one year since he assumed office. In his address, President Mahama emphasised that his government has prioritised economic stabilisation, institutional reform, social protection and the restoration of confidence both within Ghana and in the international community.

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He said:

President Mahama continued:

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The President, however, noted that national progress is not measured only by statistics, charts or economic indicators. He said it is also measured by the hope that is restored, the trust that is rebuilt and the clear direction that is regained.

As he enters the second year of his four (4) year mandate, President Mahama reaffirmed his commitment to ethical leadership, integrity in governance and the protection of vulnerable groups across the country.

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He stated:

He added:

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The President concluded by assuring Ghanaians that his administration remains focused on advancing policies that promote inclusive growth and national cohesion throughout the remainder of the term.