Dr. Sammy Ayeh: Mahama’s Administration Has Outperformed All Others — Economy Now Stable
Dr. Sammy Ayeh, Presidential Aide and member of the Government Communications team, has commended the administration of President John Dramani Mahama, describing it as one of the best-performing governments in recent times.
Speaking on Kessben TV’s Adwenkyere Show on Tuesday night, November 4, 2025, Dr. Ayeh said that although Ghana still faces developmental challenges, the progress made under President Mahama within less than a year in office has been remarkable.
“The truth is, President Mahama has performed creditably well. Looking at the promises he made during the 2024 general elections, comparing them to the current realities, any fair-minded and objective person will agree that this administration is doing extremely well,” he emphasized.
Dr. Ayeh pointed out that the Mahama government inherited a weakened economy burdened by debt, collapsing state institutions, and poor fiscal management. However, he noted that since assuming office in January 2025, the administration has stabilized the economy and restored confidence in public institutions.
He highlighted key improvements in major economic indicators as evidence of the government’s achievements:
Policy Rate: Reduced from about 28% before 2025 to 21.5% as of September 2025.
Inflation: Declined from 54% under the previous administration to 9.4%, the lowest in four years.
Exchange Rate: The Ghana Cedi has appreciated by 21% against the US dollar after years of steady depreciation.
Dr. Ayeh also praised the Mahama administration for restoring sanity in the petroleum pricing regime.
“Before the NPP government took over in 2017, a litre of fuel sold at GH¢3.50. By the time they left office in January 2025, it had risen to GH¢16 per litre, making a gallon GH¢72. Today, under President Mahama, a gallon of fuel sells between GH¢53 and GH¢55,” he revealed.
He further disclosed that the government is enforcing strong financial discipline, introducing policies to protect the public purse and ensure that taxes are prudently utilized.
According to Dr. Ayeh, the administration’s commitment to fiscal responsibility has reduced Ghana’s debt-to-GDP ratio to 44.9%, signaling economic recovery and stability.
“Because of President Mahama’s good governance and prudent management, the economy is now stable. Institutions that were collapsing have been revived, and the government is delivering on its promises,” he stated.
Dr. Ayeh concluded by calling on Ghanaians to rally behind the Mahama-led government to sustain the current gains and move the country toward long-term prosperity.
