Ghanaian music star Kuami Eugene has stirred social media with a witty tweet that reflects both economic sentiment and personal frustration over the recent strengthening of the Ghanaian cedi against the US dollar.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), the “Monica” hitmaker jokingly pleaded with former President John Dramani Mahama to slow down, suggesting that the rapid appreciation of the cedi is affecting his dollar savings.
“We beg Pres. @JDMahama for slow down small, my dollar reserves all dey go waste. I’m happy and sad at the same time.”
The tweet, which has gone viral, humorously captures a common dilemma among many Ghanaians who have held onto dollar savings in anticipation of a prolonged depreciation of the local currency. With the cedi suddenly gaining strength, those reserves are quickly losing value.
While Kuami Eugene’s tone was clearly lighthearted, his post touched on a larger economic issue currently making headlines the sharp rebound of the Ghanaian cedi, reportedly linked to investor confidence, political shifts, or speculation around Mahama’s possible return to power in 2025.
Social media users were quick to react, with some applauding the tweet’s honesty and comedic timing, and others echoing similar frustrations. The artist’s blend of humor and relatability once again proves why he remains a fan favorite beyond the studio.