Van Vicker Commends President Mahama Over Strong Cedi: “Ayekoo!”

Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Van Vicker has commended President John Dramani Mahama and his economic team for the recent appreciation of the Ghana cedi against the US dollar.

In a candid social media post, Van Vicker praised the strengthening of the local currency, describing it as “remarkable” and worthy of national recognition.

“Mr. President, I must congratulate you on the strengthening of the Ghana cedis on the world market—ayekoo,” the actor wrote. “I no no weytin you do or weytin you dey do, but I beg, dey fire dat tin noo. I like am.”

Van Vicker’s comments come at a time when the cedi has gained significant ground, appreciating from approximately GHS17 to GHS11 against the US dollar in recent months. While multiple theories have been floated as possible causes—including increased dollar inflows, reduced government expenditure, external trade shifts, and even sheer luck—Vicker believes the outcome speaks for itself.

He emphasized that although some Ghanaians living abroad are unhappy with the reduced exchange value of the dollar, the cedi’s appreciation is ultimately a positive development for the country’s economy.

“How narcissistic can one be?” he questioned, responding to critics outside Ghana. “I think the current cedi orbit is remarkable for Ghana as a country and I am optimistic it's sustainable.”

The actor also appealed humorously to President Mahama to aim for the cedi’s value during the 2007 period—implying a return to the stronger days of the currency.

“Your Excellency JM, if you can take us back to 2007, heerrrh like e go be 'kerker',” he said with a wink.

Van Vicker clarified that his remarks were not politically motivated but a genuine acknowledgment of a job well done.

“This is not a political statement. It is an acknowledgement of a good job done so far. Call a spade a spade. Give credit to whom credit is due. Long live Ghana,” he concluded.