(NPP) stalwart, Fadi Samih Dabbousi, has revealed how his Lebanese root affected his chances of securing an appointment under the former -led administration.

In a Facebook post on Friday, July 25, 2025, Dabbousi recounted how his appointed as an envoy for the Middle East by the then-President Akufo-Addo, with whom he shared close ties, was terminated.

He stated that he was assured his appointment letter would be issued soon, a development that excited him and deepened his admiration for Akufo-Addo, whom he described as not being a "bigot." "… Nonetheless, when the appointments were being made, His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo appointed me as Presidential Envoy to the Middle East on Investment.

He specifically told me that my letter would be ready in a fortnight.