Photos of President John Mahama being fitted by his personal tailor ahead of Eid prayers have surfaced on Facebook, sparking an unexpected debate among Ghanaians about whether the president's tailor holds an official appointment.
The photos were shared by presidential staffer Joyce Bawah Mogtari, who captioned the post with "Beautiful work!"
The post showed Mahama dressed in a beautifully crafted mint-green traditional attire, with his tailor making final adjustments before the president headed out for the Eid celebrations.
While many admired the outfit and praised the craftsmanship, a section of Ghanaians in the comment section raised a curious question — is the tailor officially appointed?
Some wanted to know whether the person dressing the president holds a formal government position, with others going as far as describing the tailor as blessed simply for having such close access to the president.
However, it is worth noting that there is no law or constitutional requirement that mandates a president's tailor to be formally appointed. Many world leaders and heads of state have personal tailors who serve them privately, outside the scope of government appointments.
The role is largely personal and does not require parliamentary approval or any official gazette notice. It is simply a matter of personal preference and trust.
Beyond the appointment debate, many commenters used the moment to send Eid greetings to the president, wishing him and the Muslim community a happy celebration. Others took a more reflective tone, using the occasion to share suggestions about national development.