MONROVIA: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration received significant boost from the brother of his long-time friend, Ibrahim Mahama.
Ibrahim Mahama over the weekend donated huge equipment to President Boakai to facilitate smooth operations at the Roberts International Airport (RIA).
Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama, CEO of Engineers & Planners Limited, donated 20 police vehicles and three 1,200 KVA electricity generators to the Liberia Airport Authority.
The presentation was held at the airport in Harbel Margibi County, also attended by Vice President Jeremiah Koung.
This generous contribution is expected to enhance the operational efficiency and security at the Roberts International Airport in Monrovia, Liberia’s primary international gateway.
The 20 police vehicles will bolster the airport’s security force, while the high-capacity generators will ensure a reliable power supply, critical for airport operations.
During the ceremony, President Boakai expressed his profound gratitude to Mr. Mahama, a brother of the former President of the Republic of Ghana and flagbearer for the 2024 general elections, Mr. John Dramani Mahama for his philanthropy, emphasizing the importance of such contributions to the nation’s development. “This donation will significantly improve our airport’s capabilities, ensuring the safety and comfort of travelers and boosting our overall infrastructure,” President Boakai stated.
Vice President Koung, on his part, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the longstanding relationship between Ghana and Liberia.
“This act of generosity from Mr. Ibrahim Mahama is a testament to the strong bond between our two nations. We are deeply appreciative of his support and commitment to Liberia’s progress,” Koung said.
Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, known for his philanthropic endeavors across Africa, reiterated his commitment to supporting infrastructure and development projects that have a tangible impact on local communities.
“I am honored to contribute to Liberia’s growth and development.
“Strong infrastructure is the backbone of any thriving economy, and I believe these vehicles and generators will play a crucial role in enhancing the airport’s operations,” Mahama remarked.
Interestingly, the Mahama family has been President Boakai’s ally when he (Boakai) served as Vice President of Liberia.
Ibrahim Mahama is the second richest man in Ghana with chain of businesses in several countries.
He operates the Engineers and Planners Engineers and Planners is the flagship business of Ibrahim Mahama and also the one which landed him in his recent trouble. Ibrahim’s company was the preferred contractor for the erstwhile National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, winning many national contracts and racking in some major dollars. The company, which has been in existence for about 20 years, has interests in Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Congo Brazzaville.
According to Mahama profile on YEN NEWS, he’s partnering with Arcelor Mittal Sierra Leone and Liberia. Ibrahim Mahama works with worldwide steel giant Arcelor Mittal own by one of the richest men in the world Lashkmi Mittal. Together with Engineers and Planners, Arcelor Mittal has embarked on many development projects in Sierra Leone and Liberia which are supervised by Ibrahim himself and has adds to his stockpile of cash.
Apart, Asutsuare Poultry Farm added to his businesses. Ibrahim Mahama is not only into construction but also has interests in farming. He owns one of the biggest poultry farms in Ghana, Asutsuare Poultry Farms which produces about 150,000 eggs a day and 10,000 live chicks.
Mahama’s MBG Ltd. MBG Ltd. is located in Tema, Ghana. It deals in the sale and rental of heavy-duty vehicles and spare parts and has the following in the garage. 20 dump trucks @ US$2.5 million each 5 excavators @ US$5 million each 70 small dump trucks @ US$650,000 each 40 bulldozers @ US$1.3 million each 120 tipper trucks @ US$200,000 each.
Ibrahim also has investment in real estate company, and the real estate industry is currently booming in Ghana lately, and Mr. Mahama has a stake in it. He owns one of the biggest real estate Companies in the country which builds luxury apartments and houses for high end Ghanaians. Read more: https://yen.com.gh/92126-a-comprehensive-list-companies-owned-by-ibrahim-mahama-john-mahamas-brother.html
With such huge donations to Boakai administration from a business man who is currently partnering with others in Liberia involve in several businesses, the gift from him is raising more concerns.
Some critics of the government have already started scrutinizing Mahama’s interest in iron ores, timbers and infrastructure development projects.
They asked whether these donations are free or it is because of Putu, Wologizi, Solway or the RIA? The critics cautioned that there is no such as free lunch, and as such President Boakai should be mindful with business gurus who are pouring with gifts.