A former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma Central, Ebenezer Nii Narh Nartey, has criticised the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered by President John Dramani Mahama, describing it as an exercise that offered little value to Ghanaians.
In his assessment, the address did not present meaningful updates or tangible progress, despite the resources committed to organising the event.
He argued on Adom TV’s NnawÉ”twe Yi that public funds were used to mobilise security personnel and other state logistics to Parliament for what he believes did not translate into clear benefits for citizens.
Mr. Nartey pointed to key campaign pledges made by President Mahama and the National Democratic Congress ahead of the 2024 general elections, including the proposed 24-hour economy and the establishment of a Women’s Bank.
According to him, 14 months into the administration, there is little visible progress on those commitments.
He further referenced the promise of a three-shift work system aimed at expanding employment opportunities, contending that the initiative has yet to materialise.
In his view, the absence of concrete steps toward implementing these flagship policies raises concerns about delivery.
“On Friday, what President Mahama did in Parliament, if it was not a constitutional mandate, I would have said, he has caused a financial loss to the state.
“I asked myself while watching, is this the State of the Nation Address delivered by President Mahama, son of Adama Mahama?’’ he questioned.
While acknowledging that the State of the Nation Address is a constitutional requirement, Mr. Nartey maintained that the presentation failed to adequately reflect the realities in critical sectors such as energy, security, the economy, education and agriculture.
He insisted that Ghanaians expected a more comprehensive and solution-driven account of the country’s condition, adding that future addresses should better capture the pressing concerns of citizens and outline measurable pathways forward.
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