Ex-President Jerry John Rawlings has heaped praises on President Akufo-Addo saying he admires his principles and values.
His fondness for Akufo-Addo seems to be increasing on a daily basis to the displeasure of members of his opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Rawlings on countless occasions has showered praises on Akufo-Addo which many question the seemingly cordial relationship between the two leaders despite their differences in political ideology.
Addressing a recent event, the former president said he will support any leader who shows a keen interest in dealing with corruption.
“We are very fortunate that somebody like Nana Akufo-Addo has emerged over here. People think I like that man to high heavens, no, but I respect him for certain principles and values.â€
With the establishment of the Special Prosecutor’s Office and the appointment of former attorney general Martin Amidu as Ghana’s first Special Prosecutor, Mr Rawlings hopes that president Akufo-Addo can do more.
“I will continue to pray and I sincerely hope that he stay the track and he will devote, possibly 30 percent of his time…70 percent for the development programmes, projects etc, but at least 25-30 percent to fight corruption and corruptible tendencies,†he said.
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