{
  "id": 6320897,
  "title": "Mahama is doing well – UT Bank founder Prince Kofi Amoabeng pledges support",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/mahama-is-doing-well-ut-bank-founder-prince-kofi-amoabeng-pledges",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-08T20:15:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/mahama-is-doing-well-ut-bank-founder-prince-kofi-amoabeng-pledges-support/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng, the founder of the defunct UT Bank, has expressed his confidence in President John Dramani Mahama's performance and pledged his support for the government's development agenda. The retired military captain and entrepreneur met with President Mahama at his private residence on September 8th to discuss matters of national importance. Following the meeting, Amoabeng shared his thoughts on Facebook, stating that he believes the President is doing well and is willing to support his efforts to improve Ghana.\n\nAmoabeng emphasized the significance of leadership and mindset in achieving national development, stating that \"a better Ghana begins with the right mindset, responsible leadership, and a shared commitment to progress.\" He highlighted these qualities as essential for Ghana's advancement and stressed the importance of fostering an environment that encourages local businesses, efficiency, and innovation.\n\nThe support from Amoabeng, who previously described President Mahama as \"down-to-earth, humane, and extremely humble,\" adds to the growing list of high-profile figures praising the President. In December 2025, Amoabeng had also lauded Mahama's consistent demeanor, noting that his qualities have remained unchanged since their relationship began during Mahama's tenure as Vice President.",
  "summary": "Founder of the defunct UT Bank, Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng (Rtd), says President John Dramani Mahama is doing well so far and has pledged his support for the government’s development agenda. Mr Amoabeng made the remarks after meeting President Mahama at his private residence on Tuesday, September 8, to discuss what he described as matters of national interest.",
  "key_points": [
    "Prince Kofi Amoabeng, UT Bank founder, supports Mahama's government agenda.",
    "Amoabeng met President Mahama on September 8th to discuss national issues.",
    "Amoabeng praises Mahama's leadership and mindset for Ghana's progress."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Kofi Amoabeng meets Mahama over matters of national interest",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/kofi-amoabeng-meets-mahama-over-matters-of-national-interest",
        "published": "2026-09-08T20:53:21.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}