Samini Receives Huge Backlash From Ghanaians After Congratulating John Mahama On His Inauguration
- Samini, in a social media post, congratulated President John Mahama after his inauguration on Tuesday, January 7, 2025
- The dancehall musician urged President Mahama to work hard to lift Ghanaians out of the country's current economic strife
- Samini's social media post triggered negative reactions from Ghanaians, who criticised him because of his NPP association
- YEN.com.gh spoke with entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, who shared his thoughts on the controversy involving Samini
Award-winning dancehall musician Samini joined other Ghanaians and celebrities in congratulating President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday, December 7, 2025, after his inauguration.

Source: Instagram
John Dramani Mahama was sworn in as the 14th President of Ghana along with his history-making Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, at Black Star Square in Accra.
In a remarkable political comeback, the president secured a landslide victory in the December 7 presidential elections over the New Patriotic Party's candidate and former vice president, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.
Many Ghanaians attended the star-studded event, trooping to the venue and even sleeping there in anticipation of the inauguration.
High-profile political leaders from Ghana and the African continent, including outgoing President William Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, John Kofi Agyekum Kufuor, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Rwandan President Paul Kagame.
Ghanaian celebrities like Jackie Appiah, Kalsoume Sinare, Vivian Jill Lawrence, James Gardiner and others also attended the official inauguration to witness John Mahama's swearing-in.
Samini congratulates John Mahama after his inauguration
Samini took to his official X handle to congratulate John Mahama on his swearing-in and praised Ghanaians for demonstrating its democracy on the international stage.
The dancehall musician noted that the president's significant achievements in office during his second term would represent success for Ghanaians, who voted him into power after eight years under the Akufo-Addo and New Patriotic Party (NPP) government.

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Samini, a staunch supporter and campaigner for Bawumia and the NPP before the elections, also urged President John Mahama to work hard to lift Ghanaians out of the country's economic turmoil and help various communities thrive.
"Congratulations @JDMahama. Ghana has won once again by demonstrating our democracy to the world. I wish you the best of success in your tenure as president of the Republic of Ghana 🇬🇭. Your success in office means success for every hopeful Ghanaian who is looking for a better and more stable economy for businesses and communities to thrive. Please don’t let us down. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 WELCOME BACK TO OFFICE SIR. Work time. ✊🏾 #oneghana ❤️."
The veteran musician's congratulatory message to John Mahama triggered negative reactions from some Ghanaians, who criticised him in the comment section.
"The backlash is unnecessary" - Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh says
In an exclusive interview with YEN.com.gh, entertainment pundit Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh shared his thoughts on the controversy surrounding Samini's congratulatory message to President John Mahama.

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He said:
"Although our political space is one of the good ones, people still do not understand the concept. Just because the candidate I support lost doesn’t mean I cannot congratulate the person who won. The backlash is unnecessary as anyone who wins represents Ghana, not just their party."
Below is Samini's congratulatory social media post:
Samini's social media post stirs reactions
YEN.com.gh has gathered some comments from social media users after Samini's message to President Mahama.
edemgabby commented:
"Mahama and the NDC won. Say that and don't bring in the Ghana aspect. All of you are now going about saying Ghana won."
licker1020 said:
"If u no get out aahh, you go see the bad side of us. Dey your lane. If your Bawumia come aahh, then you come tweet for the government. We hate nonsense."
Bigmagic120 commented:
"Hold on, hold on. Boss, l glanced through your page and l have not seen a single tweet of you talking about the rot in the previous administration in every sector. Do better next time and talk about national issues in the interest of the masses that follow you."

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Olando6377 said:
"We don’t need your wishes, sir."
Samini commends Shatta Wale for Jamaica concert
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Samini commended Shatta Wale after he performed at a star-studded music concert in Jamaica.
The veteran dancehall musician expressed pride in his former rival's success in promoting the African genre on the international stage.
Samini earned massive respect from Ghanaians on social media, who applauded him for being mature and for lauding Shatta Wale's success.
Proofread by Bruce Douglas, senior copy editor at YEN.com.gh
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Kofi Owusu (Entertainment Editor) Kofi is an Entertainment Editor at YEN.com.gh. He graduated from the African University College Of Communication (AUCC) in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. He has 3 years of experience as an entertainment journalist. He joined Yen.com.gh in 2024. You can contact him via e-mail: kofi.owusu@yen.com.gh

Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh (Music Executive) Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh is an experienced Music Executive with over a decade of experience in the Music Industry. He is also a media personality with production and on-air experience on Television and Radio. He has worked with 3x Grammy-winning Reggae group Morgan Heritage, Mr Drew, King Paluta, Renner, Kwesi Valley, Ugandan star Azawi, and many others. NYB, as he is referred to in some quarters, is also an event producer and talent manager associated with events such as AfroNation Ghana and Guinness Accravaganza.