A survey conducted across the 16 regions of Ghana by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) reveals that 68% of Ghanaians approve of President Mahama’s job performance, strongly supporting his first year in office.
The nationwide survey, which polled over 1,000 in December 2025, showed that only 22% of respondents disapprove of the President’s performance, while 10% expressed no opinion.
IEA’s press statement dated February 11, 2026, highlighted the high approval rating, suggesting that President Mahama has maintained a solid base of public support despite widespread socioeconomic challenges facing the country.
“Public support for President John Mahama is high, with a 68% job approval rating,” the report stated.
Despite the strong approval of President Mahama’s governance, the report further showcases deep concerns over the price of food and other commodities, which do not reflect the drop in inflation and the strong gains made by the Ghana cedi against its major trading currencies.
Seven out of ten Ghanaians (71%), according to IEA’s report, expressed strong concerns over the price of food and consumer items, with an additional 20% reporting they are somewhat concerned.
Overall, nine in ten Ghanaians (91%) expressed at least some level of concern about rising prices, highlighting the economic pressures facing ordinary citizens.
The poll further identified unemployment as the most pressing national issue, with 46% of respondents naming it as their top concern. Illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, came second at 30%, reflecting widespread anxiety over environmental degradation and water pollution.
Corruption and the general state of the economy were mentioned by 9% and 8% of respondents, respectively, as the most important issues facing the country.
President Mahama assumed office on January 7, 2025, amid high public expectations following a challenging economic period characterised by high debt levels, currency depreciation, inflation, and unemployment.
The IEA maintains that while most key economic indicators appear to be moving in the right direction, significant socioeconomic challenges remain unaddressed.
The research institute concluded that Ghanaians remain hopeful about President Mahama’s leadership but are acutely aware of the economic and structural problems requiring urgent attention.
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