**Ghanaians Must Reject Insults Disguised as Promises**


It is deeply insulting to hear the NDC’s promise to pay for first-year students' fees, especially when former President John Mahama previously condemned these students by alleging that they copied to pass their WASSCE exams. Such statements are not only contradictory but also disrespectful to the hard-working youth of Ghana who have invested their efforts in achieving academic success. This inconsistency is seen by many Ghanaians as a deliberate insult, suggesting that the NDC’s promise is nothing more than a tactic to win votes rather than a genuine commitment to education.

The youth of Ghana must recognize this as an affront to their integrity. To first accuse students of dishonesty and then turn around to offer financial support is not just hypocritical; it sends a clear message that the efforts and achievements of the youth are being taken lightly and manipulated for political gain. It is unacceptable for leaders to shift their narrative so drastically without accountability, and it is essential that the youth do not let this go unchallenged.

This situation demands that the youth condemn Mahama’s promises until he acknowledges and apologizes for his earlier remarks. It is crucial that the youth stand up against such condescending behavior and demand respect for their hard-earned successes. Leaders must understand that the youth of Ghana are not just a demographic to be swayed by financial incentives, but are individuals with dignity, capable of critical thought and deserving of genuine respect.

By accepting promises without accountability, the youth risk allowing their achievements to be belittled and their futures to be used as pawns in political games. It is time for the youth to demand consistency, integrity, and respect from their leaders. Mahama and the NDC owe an apology to the students they previously insulted, and until such a gesture is made, their promises should be viewed with skepticism. The youth deserve leaders who value their contributions, acknowledge their struggles, and offer support with sincerity, not as a means to an end. 

Ghana’s youth must reject these conflicting statements and hold their leaders accountable. They should not be swayed by empty promises but should instead demand respect and genuine commitment to their success. The time for the youth to speak up and challenge these insults is now.

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