Mahama Launches Midnight Operation, Evicts Over 200 NPP Officials From State Residence

In what many are describing as a dramatic and unprecedented move, President John Dramani Mahama has reportedly ordered the eviction of more than 200 officials affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) from a government residence in the early hours of the morning.

The operation, which took place around 1:00 a.m., has sent shockwaves through Ghana’s political landscape, sparking intense debate across the country. According to reports, the swift action was aimed at reclaiming state property allegedly being occupied unlawfully by individuals facing allegations of corruption and abuse of office.

Confirmed by NDC Leadership

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, confirmed the incident in a press briefing. He explained that Mahama’s decision was necessary to “cleanse the system of corrupt elements” and ensure that state resources are protected.

“Mahama has always maintained that corruption has no place in governance,” Asiedu Nketiah said.

“If you are enriching yourself at the expense of the nation, you must be ready to face the consequences whether during the day or in the dead of night.”

Eyewitness accounts suggest that the evicted officials were taken by surprise when security operatives stormed the premises. Several luxury vehicles, sensitive documents, and other items linked to questionable financial activities were reportedly seized during the operation.

Mixed Reactions Across Ghana

The bold move has sharply divided public opinion.

Many Ghanaian, especially NDC supporters, have praised Mahama’s decisive action, describing it as a strong message against corruption and the unlawful occupation of state assets. Some citizens believe this will set a new precedent for accountability in governance.

However, critics, particularly within the NPP  have condemned the midnight raid, calling it a politically motivated witch-hunt aimed at embarrassing their party and tarnishing the reputations of its members.

“This is nothing but a show of force to intimidate the opposition,” an unnamed NPP official reportedly said. “If there are allegations of corruption, there are lawful procedures to address them. Evicting people at 1:00 a.m. is unacceptable and dangerous for our democracy.”

Unanswered Questions and Political Implications

The event has left the nation buzzing with unanswered questions:

Who exactly were the 200 officials evicted?

What specific corruption allegations are they facing?

Will there be legal action to follow up on this operation?

How will this impact Ghana’s political climate ahead of future elections?

Political analysts warn that while the move demonstrates Mahama’s determination to fight corruption, it could also heighten political tensions between the two dominant parties and influence voter sentiments going into the next election cycle.

Conclusion

Whether viewed as a courageous stand against corruption or a politically motivated attack, one thing is certain: this midnight shake-up has dramatically shifted the national conversation. Ghanaian now wait anxiously to see what further actions will follow and whether this operation marks the beginning of a larger anti-corruption campaign.