Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has expressed deep concerns about what he describes as a worsening security situation in the country, warning that Ghana is veering away from democratic principles.

In a strongly worded Facebook post, Bawumia cited recent developments, including attacks on journalists, military interventions in communities, and dismissals of public servants, as evidence of a deteriorating climate.

“There is a general atmosphere of insecurity with attacks on journalists, the use of our military to raid the homes of former government officials and communities, as well as mobs attacking innocent individuals and state institutions,” he stated. “This is rather reminiscent of a military takeover and not a peaceful democratic transition.”

The former vice president, who had earlier pledged his support for the new administration following the 2024 elections, lamented what he saw as politically motivated dismissals of government workers. He criticized the administration’s approach, arguing that job creation should take precedence over mass layoffs.

“The least a party that campaigned on jobs could do under conditions of unemployment is to also innovate and create jobs rather than dismiss people,” Bawumia remarked, alleging that workers were being targeted simply for their affiliations with the previous government.

He further raised alarm over reported plans to terminate contracts of professionals such as nurses, teachers, and security personnel, warning that such actions would be detrimental to national progress.

Calling for urgent intervention, Bawumia urged President John Mahama to uphold democratic values and ensure fairness for all citizens.

“We must advance our democracy. We must protect our state institutions. We must uphold our Constitution,” he declared. “Ghana can do better. Ghana must do better!”