Former Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Koku Anyidoho, has accused the party's flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, of mismanaging the economy during his presidency from 2012 to 2016.

In a post on the X platform on July 20, Mr. Anyidoho figuratively alleged that Mr. Mahama "snatched" the authority to lead from the late Professor Atta Mills, whom he referred to as the "driver." Using a metaphor, he likened the Ghanaian economy to a 'Yutong bus,' claiming that the former president "killed passengers," implying harm to citizens, leading to his defeat in the 2016 general elections.

"Your license revoked by the people," he wrote, suggesting that Mahama was removed from office by the electorate.

Mr. Anyidoho also criticized John Mahama for failing to accept the challenge from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, to debate the economy. He argued that such a debate would help enlighten the populace on their respective agendas for the country's development.

According to Mr. Anyidoho, Mr. Mahama is not prepared or fit to govern the country should he be given a second term. "A mate says he is ready for a driving test with you for the people to determine who is fit to drive the bus - you aren’t ready for a test. No way!"