Ghanaian rapper and AMG Business CEO, Criss Waddle, has criticised what he describes as a rushed protest against President John Mahama over the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, urging Ghanaians to allow the current administration time to govern before passing judgment.

In a social media post addressing the backlash from supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Waddle questioned the basis of the demonstration, describing it as premature given that the Mahama-led administration is still in its early stages.

According to him, Ghanaians endured eight years under the Akufo-Addo government, despite what he called “poor governance,” and should therefore apply the same measure of patience to the new leadership.

“If we endured eight years of hardship, what’s the rush now?” he queried, adding that political discourse in the country must shift from partisan reactions to objective accountability.

His comments came after some NPP supporters staged a protest, alleging political interference in the judiciary following the suspension of Chief Justice Torkornoo. But Criss Waddle maintained that the timing of such actions sends the wrong message, especially when due process is still underway.

Responding to accusations of political bias, the rapper dismissed claims that he supports the National Democratic Congress (NDC), pointing to his past criticisms of former President Mahama during the 2015 energy crisis, commonly referred to as “dumsor.”

“I spoke out during dumsor too. When things go wrong, I talk. I’m not NDC or NPP,” he stated.

Addressing tribal undertones that emerged from some of the criticisms, Waddle revealed that he is of Ashanti descent—the same ethnic background as many NPP sympathisers—emphasising that his views are not influenced by tribal or political allegiances.

“Let’s move beyond party lines and think about Ghana. If we really want change, we must hold every government accountable—no matter who is in power,” he stressed.

Criss Waddle’s remarks have since ignited conversations online, with many applauding his call for balance and patience in national discourse.

People should not forget that in 2015 I jabbed PRESIDENT MAHAMA on “Dumsor” in this song and so today if I JAB the NEW PP they should stop being Emotional.U r not an Ashanti more than me. pic.twitter.com/0dKADxV9ML— Criss Waddle (@CrissWaddle) May 5, 2025