MP-elect A Plus has sparked a conversation with a playful yet pointed remark about his marriage to former First Lady Lordina Mahama, should certain decisions be made under the NDC’s leadership.
Speaking in his characteristic mix of humour and blunt critique, the musician-turned-politician joked that he might “break up” with Lordina Mahama if the NDC goes ahead to appoint a certain senior police officer as the next Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
The officer in question, he claims, is lobbying fervently for the role after allegedly being complicit in controversial political manoeuvres.
“Let me tell you, if Mahama appoints this Commander Boham as IGP, I will break up with Lordina. She’s my sugar mummy, but I’ll sit her down for a proper briefing. I’m serious. You’ve seen kɔnkɔnsa MP before? It’s me. I won’t change!” A Plus declared, blending wit with his usual sharp critique.
At the heart of his jest lies a serious accusation. A Plus alleges that the officer in question, appointed under the Akufo-Addo administration, was part of a plan to compromise the integrity of Ghana’s elections by sidelining Dr. George Akuffo Dampare.
He praised Dampare as a professional who ensured free and fair elections, suggesting that the ruling NPP found him too independent to manipulate.
“They knew Dampare couldn’t be counted on to rig the election. He stood for fairness and professionalism. So, they brought in someone who could play along with their agenda,” A Plus claimed.
The remarks follow pre-election concerns about President Akufo-Addo’s elevation of Mr. Christian Yohonu to the role of Deputy Inspector-General of Police. Many saw this as a strategic move to weaken the influence of Dr. Dampare, whose commitment to fairness had been widely acknowledged.
In a Facebook post on Friday, 27 December 2024, A Plus doubled down on his call for professionalism within the Ghana Police Service, arguing that the country needs individuals like Dr. Dampare in leadership positions to foster national development—not those who prioritize party loyalty over the nation.
“Ghana needs professionals who stand their ground for fairness and progress. We can’t have leaders who are more loyal to political parties than the country,” he wrote.
A Plus also expressed concern about the officer’s alleged lobbying, labeling such actions as detrimental to the Ghana Police Service’s reputation.
“Ghana’s Police Service is one of the best in Africa when it comes to elections. They’ve upheld democracy with their professionalism. But, as with every institution, there are bad apples. We can’t allow those bad apples to lead,” A Plus stated firmly.
