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Former Attorney-General, Martin Amidu has raised constitutional concerns over President Mahama’s disclosure that he owns 50 acres of cocoa farmland and has acquired an additional 100 acres for oil palm cultivation.
Quoting the President’s own words, Amidu referenced Mahama’s statement: “I planted cocoa on the 50 acres, so I’m a cocoa farmer. When the price is reduced, it affects me too.”
Amidu responded by questioning the legality and timing of the land acquisition.
“It is in the public interest for President Mahama to disclose when he acquired the fifty acres,” he said in an open letter available to MyNewsGh.
“The electorate deserves to know the consideration for which the land was given.”
He cited Article 68 and Article 284 of the 1992 Constitution, arguing that the President is prohibited from holding offices of profit or engaging in activities that may create conflicts of interest.
“The issue is not empathy,” Amidu stated.
“The issue is legality, conflict of interest, and exemplary conduct under the Constitution.”