New Patriotic Party (NPP) stalwart Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko and founder of Asaase Radio, Mr Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, has labelled President John Mahama as the most prepared in Ghana’s politics, given his experience and rise through the ranks

He made these remarks during an appearance on Asaase Radio on Monday, June 16.

He cited the president's rise from an assemblyman — where he gathered valuable experience — to vice president, and now to his current position as Ghana's first gentleman, serving a second term.

He said, "I think the current president is probably the most prepared president we've had. From assemblyman (sic)to where he is now, vice president, president, you've been in opposition, seen who your real friends are, learned from your mistakes, identified missed opportunities, and now you've been given another chance."

He, however, acknowledged that despite his experience, he risks being unable to deliver on all his campaign promises — especially those targeting the country’s many 'unforgiving' and unemployed youth.

Citing how the political environment has evolved with the presence of social media, exposing the government's actions and inactions to massive scrutiny.

"The youth are unforgiving. They want jobs. They voted for you because they expect their aspirations to be met by your 24-hour economy policy and other promises.

Satisfying them in this world of social media, new media, where every government action is overexposed and exaggerated, is a huge challenge," he noted.

Consequently, he suggested that the government create an enabling environment which will enhance opportunities, rather than direct employment, urging the youth to pursue their aspirations with hard work.

"Your role is not to fulfil people's aspirations directly, but to create the enabling environment for them to pursue those aspirations. If the government does that, creating space and opportunity, the youth must also put in the hard work to realise their goals."

In another related development, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko's Asaase Radio was ordered to shut down by the National Communications Authority (NCA), making it one of 62 FM broadcasting stations directed to immediately suspend operations on their respective frequencies due to persistent violations of regulatory requirements.