Ghanaian Social media influencer Joshua Buernortey Boye-Doe, popularly known as KalyJay has shared a list of President John Dramani Mahama’s achievements in government so far.
Kalyjay listed sixty-nine achievements, labelling it as “Real impact. Real governance”.
In his post, he wrote, “NDC ACHIEVEMENTS (2025–2026)
1. Removal of E-Levy – Mobile money users keep their full money
2. Removal of Betting Tax – No deductions on winnings
3. Removal of COVID Levy – Reduced tax burden on goods
4. Reduction in ministers (120 → about 60) – Cuts government spending
5. Payment of energy sector debts (over $1.4bn) – Prevents dumsor risk
6. Renegotiation of IPP contracts – Reduces cost of power
7. Stabilisation of the cedi (GH¢15 → GH¢10–12) – Stronger currency
8. Dollar drop (GH¢15.5 → ~GH¢10.9) – Imports becoming cheaper
9. Inflation reduced (20%+ → single digits) – Prices stabilising
10. Interest rate cuts (~27% → 15.5%) – Loans becoming cheaper
11. Economic growth (~6%) – Economy bouncing back
12. Fiscal discipline – Spending under control
13. ORAL launched – Fighting corruption directly
14. Anti-corruption investigations – Officials under scrutiny
15. Recovery of funds – Stolen money being traced
16. Reduced government expenditure – Less waste
17. Improved investor confidence – Economy gaining trust
18. IMF programme engagement – Credibility restored
19. Public financial reforms – Better money management
20. Clearing arrears – Old debts being settled
21. World Bank guarantee restored – Investor confidence boosted
22. Wasteful spending reduced – Efficient governance
23. Fast government formation – No delays in leadership
24. Smaller cabinet – More efficiency
25. Strengthened local governance – Power to the people
26. National dialogue – Citizens involved
27. Education support rollout – Relief for students
28. Free sanitary pads – Supporting the girl child
29. Disability support – Inclusion strengthened
30. First-year tertiary fee relief – Easier access to university
31. Youth empowerment – Opportunities expanding
32. Job initiatives – Tackling unemployment
33. Agriculture focus – Boosting food production
34. Support for local industries – Promoting made-in-Ghana
35. Agribusiness promotion – Jobs in farming
36. Digitalisation push – Modern systems in place
37. Tax compliance improved – Better revenue flow
38. Revenue reforms – Stronger tax system
39. Private sector engagement – Business-friendly policies
40. Reduced cost of doing business – Easier entrepreneurship
41. Stronger GRA – Efficient tax administration
42. Public sector reforms – Better institutions
43. Accountability strengthened – Leaders answerable
44. Transparency increased – Open governance
45. Procurement reforms – Less corruption
46. Anti-corruption agencies strengthened – Power to act
47. Infrastructure continuation – No abandoned projects
48. Road projects ongoing – Improving transport
49. Health sector support – Better services
50. NHIS strengthened – Improved healthcare access
51. Social interventions expanded – Protecting the vulnerable
52. Stronger international relations – Ghana respected globally
53. Diplomatic engagement improved – Better foreign ties
54. Global image boosted – Reputation restored
55. Industrialisation policy – Focus on factories
56. SME support – Small businesses growing
57. Financial sector stability – Banks strengthening
58. Reduced borrowing – Lower debt pressure
59. Debt restructuring – Managing national debt
60. Monetary coordination – Better planning
61. Stronger cedi – Cheaper imports
62. Fuel inflation reduced – Transport easing
63. Export growth – More forex earnings
64. Trade surplus – Earning more than spending
65. Better ministry coordination – Smooth governance
66. Cheaper data bundles – More affordable internet
67. Improved telecom engagement – Better service delivery
68. Reduction in passport fees – More affordable for citizens
69. Faster passport processing – No long delays
Real impact. Real governance”, his post concluded.
Some Ghanaians reacting to his list wrote, “Is he being sarcastic or is he joking? How does a reduction in ministers become an achievement or has the word assumed a new meaning?
Ei it these are the yardsticks of achievements, then Nana Addo achieved a lot paaaa ooh”.
“So u too dey post copy and paste. So u can’t analyse the achievements of ur government unless u copy. Massa learn how to communicate properly. Ghanaians deserve better than this. Come out with clear explanation and effective points to better the argument”, a netizen added.
One X user added, “These claims appear exaggerated and largely unverified. Economic indicators like inflation, exchange rate, and interest rates cannot change this quickly without clear public data. Without evidence, the list looks more like political marketing than proven achievement”.
See the post below:
🇬🇭 NDC ACHIEVEMENTS (2025–2026)
— KALYJAY (@gyaigyimii) April 6, 2026
1. Removal of E-Levy – Mobile money users keep their full money
2. Removal of Betting Tax – No deductions on winnings
3. Removal of COVID Levy – Reduced tax burden on goods
4. Reduction in ministers (120 → about 60) – Cuts government spending… pic.twitter.com/IW5rZjKbev