The government has urged the public to disregard a viral video circulating on social media, saying President John Dramani Mahama’s remarks have been deliberately distorted for partisan purposes.
The Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, issued the clarification in a Facebook post on Monday, July 27, after the video gained widespread attention online.
According to Mr Kwakye Ofosu, the President’s comments in the video were taken out of context by what he described as “misguided elements.”
“Some misguided elements have sought to distort the President’s words in this video to achieve narrow partisan ends,” he said.
He explained that President Mahama was referring to the release of GH¢150 million for post-flood mitigation works during a discussion with the National Security Coordinator.
“The President clearly speaks of the ‘release’ of GHS 150 million, which was in direct reference to funds for post-flood mitigation works. That is what he was discussing with the National Security Coordinator and nothing more,” Mr Kwakye Ofosu stated.
He urged the public not to be misled by the circulating claims.
“Disregard the mischievous lies!” he added.
