The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has refuted claims that President Akufo-Addo is the cause of Ghana’s strained ties with Burkina Faso.
Former President and National Democratic Congress(NDC) flagbearer, John Mahama alleged that Akufo-Addo’s recent commentary and engagement with the US government have affected the relationship between the two countries.
Speaking during a media interaction in the Upper East Region, Mr Mahama criticised the President for causing “diplomatic tension” between the two states.
But the Ministry has described the claims as “wholly unfounded and lack substantial evidence or merit.”
In a statement, the Ministry noted Akufo-Addo’s diplomatic efforts had consistently been directed towards fostering constructive and respectful relations with all nations including Burkina Faso.
“It is recalled that a ministerial visit to Burkina Faso in 2022, followed by a visit of the President in 2023 received the highest level of courtesies and hospitality and reinforced the commitment of the two fraternal countries to building stronger bonds of cooperation across all fields, for the mutual benefit of our two people and our region,” it stated.
The statement added that the Akufo-Addo administration has been dedicated to advancing diplomacy in a manner that upholds the values of diplomacy and promotes peaceful engagement on the global stage.
The Ministry has therefore called for a focus on building bridges and strengthening ties with our neighbour rather than spreading falsehood that only serves to undermine the spirit of international cooperation.