President John Dramani Mahama turned a routine tour of local businesses in London into a vibrant celebration of Ghanaian culture, sharing a lively, laugh-filled call-and-response moment with the diaspora community over their shared love for the traditional delicacy, waakye.

In video footage shared on X by @SIKAOFFICIAL1 on June 2, 2026, President Mahama is seen engaging warmly with residents and shop owners along Seven Sisters Road, a hub for African businesses in the UK capital.

Surrounded by a crowd of Ghanaians, he gestures enthusiastically and says, “Everybody, say Waakye,” prompting laughter and participation from those gathered.

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The light-hearted interaction took place outside the Waakye Joint, a popular spot serving the signature rice-and-beans dish wrapped in leaves, often accompanied by shito, wele (cow skin), and other staples that evoke strong nostalgia for Ghanaians abroad.

President Mahama, dressed casually in a dark button-up shirt and sunglasses, mingled with the crowd, shook hands, and posed for photos in a relaxed display of accessibility.

One onlooker in the video can be heard reacting with amusement to the president’s interaction, while others joined in the fun.

The visit highlights the president’s efforts to strengthen ties with the Ghanaian diaspora.

Many in the crowd expressed admiration seeing a leader connect directly with expatriates on the streets.

“Everybody, say Waakye”

—President John Dramani Mahama shared a beautiful and hearty moment with Ghanaian residents in London, as he stepped out to visit Ghanaian businesses in the UK and interact with members of the Ghanaian community abroad.

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— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) June 2, 2026