Citizen Ato Dadzie, General Secretary of the Great Consolidated Popular Party (GCPP), has lauded Ghana’s First Lady, Lordina Mahama, describing her as a shining example of maturity, composure, and leadership for women aspiring to become First or Second Ladies.
Speaking in an interview on Onua FM, Mr. Dadzie said Mrs. Mahama has consistently demonstrated dignity and restraint even in the face of criticism directed at her husband, former President John Dramani Mahama.
“Leadership comes with a lot of things, and sometimes people look up to leaders. Our mother, Lordina Mahama, has done so well, and from the things I’ve seen, I think she’s become a model for people who aspire to be either First Lady or Second Lady,” he said.
Mr. Dadzie emphasized that despite the harsh criticisms and political attacks her husband has faced, Mrs. Mahama has never publicly displayed bitterness or resentment.
“I’ve never seen, and if it has happened, correct me, that she has publicly shown displeasure, disdain, or dislike for anyone because they might have criticized her husband, President John Mahama, and his duties,” he noted.
He recalled how President Mahama was once branded “incompetent” by political opponents, yet his wife maintained her grace and composure throughout such challenging times.
“Because I’m sure nobody loves to hear someone call their husband incompetent. President Mahama was called incompetent, even used as an example of the word. But the wife never, if you’ve seen her behave untold towards anyone, let me know. So much that even NPP presidential aspirant Ken Agyapong once made reference to her admirable demeanor after meeting her,” Mr. Dadzie remarked.
According to him, Mrs. Mahama’s calm disposition reflects her deep understanding of leadership and emotional maturity.
“She understands that leadership comes with a lot of things, and if her husband is being criticized, she’s mature enough to know she doesn’t have to publicly embarrass herself,” he said.
Mr. Dadzie further contrasted her comportment with that of some women who have held similar positions but, in his view, failed to exhibit emotional restraint in public.
“In the same vein, some women who have had the opportunity to be First Lady or Second Lady have publicly shown actions that did not reflect emotional maturity,” he added.
He further urged women in leadership and political circles to emulate Lordina Mahama’s example of humility, emotional intelligence, and grace under pressure.
