John Dramani Mahama

John Dramani Mahama is a former President of Ghana. He is currently newsworthy for two main reasons: his advocacy for formal recognition and reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, and for sparking a cultural debate surrounding the 'fugu,' a traditional Ghanaian outfit. Mahama authored an opinion piece calling for a UN resolution to acknowledge the historical injustice of slavery and initiate a reparations process. Simultaneously, his wearing of the fugu during a visit to Zambia led to online discussions and, ultimately, Ghana designating Wednesdays as 'Fugu Day' to promote the garment. The Zambian President has also expressed support for the outfit. Mahama's actions highlight his continued influence on both international discussions about historical injustices and the promotion of Ghanaian national identity and culture.