A Plus criticized former President Nana Akufo-Addo for his previous elevation of status during his presidency and the evident shift post-tenure. He highlighted Akufo-Addo’s past demands for chiefs to acknowledge him and contrasted it with his humble presence at the recent Independence Day celebration. A Plus underscored the impermanence of power, urging humility among leaders.
Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, a Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, criticized former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo regarding his previous abuse of power. In a Facebook post dated March 7, 2025, A Plus reflected on the impermanence of power, reminding the public that no status is everlasting.
He highlighted an incident where the former president had an official Toyota Land Cruiser designated for transporting his special chair during his time in office. Notably, after losing power, Akufo-Addo attended Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebration on March 6, 2025, where he sat on a regular chair without special privileges.
A Plus pointed out that during the event, the former president stood to greet Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, which starkly contrasted his previous insistence that chiefs should stand to acknowledge his presence. He remarked on the humbling nature of life, stating, “Life has a way of humbling us. Power is not permanent. Tomorrow always comes! Next time you’ll sit on a kitchen stool!”
This commentary followed past accusations against former President Akufo-Addo for allegedly utilizing a V8 vehicle to transport his presidential chair and for requesting chiefs to stand before addressing him at official functions. At the recent Independence Day celebration, however, he was seen seated on a chair designated for the occasion, signaling a significant change in his status.
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In summary, A Plus’s remarks serve as a poignant reminder of the transient nature of power and status. His critique of the former president emphasizes the contrast between past privileges and current realities, further highlighting a broader societal discourse on leadership and humility. This narrative not only reflects on individual accountability but also resonates with the larger themes of power dynamics within Ghanaian politics.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
