In a twist that has sparked quiet controversy, the 2025 budget allocation for the Jubilee House under President John Mahama’s administration has reached a staggering GHS 2.7 billion, a figure that dwarfs the GHS 340 million spent under the Akufo-Addo government — an increase of nearly sevenfold.
What’s more surprising to many is the contrast between past criticism and present action. While in opposition, then-candidate Mahama and the NDC lambasted the NPP government for what they termed “extravagant and wasteful” spending on the presidency. The GHS 340 million allocated during Akufo-Addo’s time was described as “too much,” prompting calls for austerity, accountability, and fiscal discipline.
Fast forward to 2025, and the Mahama-led administration has significantly ramped up presidential expenditures, with far less public outcry from civil society groups or watchdog organizations. The silence has left many Ghanaians puzzled, with some questioning whether political convenience is taking precedence over consistency in governance values.
“This is the same Mahama who accused the Jubilee House of being a symbol of excessive spending. Today, his government is spending seven times that amount, and everyone is silent,” an opposition MP told NSEMGH.
Meanwhile, the government is yet to offer a detailed breakdown of the GHS 2.7 billion figure. Calls for transparency have grown louder among economic think tanks and governance advocates, urging the administration to justify the sharp rise in presidential office spending amidst a struggling economy and rising public debt.
As Ghanaians continue to battle inflation, youth unemployment, and economic uncertainty, the question remains: Does the Jubilee House need GHS 2.7 billion in 2025 — or is history simply repeating itself under a different banner?
NSEMGH will continue to track developments and bring you verified updates as they unfold.
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