Former Central Regional Minister Kwamena Duncan has underscored the insufficiency of assessing the president's contributions solely based on his proficiency in the English language.Mr Duncan's remarks follow recent critiques of the President's State of the Nation Address (SONA).

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President Akufo-Addo delivered SONA 2024 on Tuesday, February 28, outlining the achievements of his government and ongoing developmental projects.One notable announcement was the introduction of a Performance Tracker, aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability.According to him, the tracker will allow citizens to check the status of various government projects using their phones.

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In his address, the President highlighted successes such as the avoidance of numerous judgment debts by the Attorney-General, resulting in savings of over GH¢10 trillion for the country.

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Additionally, plans were unveiled to establish four new universities in different regions."Mr Speaker, if you want to check on roads, classroom blocks, CHIP compounds, Agenda 111 hospitals, bridges, science laboratories, water projects, sanitation projects, landing sites and harbours, and other infrastructural projects, whatever this government used your tax money to execute, the key to your query is right there on your phone,” he said.

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However, during Peace FM's "Kokrokoo" show, Kwamena Duncan praised the President for his commendable efforts despite challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia/Ukraine war.Mr Duncan commended Akufo-Addo for managing the economy effectively and overseeing significant infrastructure development.

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However, Mr Duncan expressed dismay at critics who focus on the President's eloquence rather than acknowledging his substantial contributions to improving the lives of Ghanaians.

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"When you want to reduce the man to the fact that he knows English, that will be unfair. That will be unfair to the man," Kwamena Duncan replied.He emphasized that reducing the President's achievements to his command of English would be unfair, highlighting the importance of recognizing the tangible work done for the welfare of the citizens.

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