- Political gimmick attempt: Ghanaians Shn the dynamic and complex landscape of Ghanaian politics, controversies and calls for accountability are not uncommon.
Recently, Kennedy Agyepong, a prominent figure within the ruling New Patriotic Party (Npp), made headlines by urging the party to issue a public apology to Ghanaians for various governance shortcomings.
While at first glance, this may appear as a commendable gesture of accountability, Mr. Owusu Ansah, a staunch activist from the Convention People’s Party (Cpp), offers a contrasting perspective that suggests the call is more about political maneuvering than genuine remorse.
In an interview with the correspondent, Owusu Ansah said Kennedy Agyepong, known for his bold statements and sometimes controversial views has often positioned himself as a voice willing to confront uncomfortable truths.
He contended that Hon Agyepong’s recent statement demanding an apology from the Npp has stirred conversations among party members, and the general populace.
According to Mr. Ansah, Kennedy Agyepong’s call lacks sincerity and is, instead, a calculated move aimed at garnering votes as the political climate heats up ahead of the upcoming elections.
Mr. Ansah asserts that Agyepong’s proposal is nothing more than a political gimmick designed to create a narrative that the Npp acknowledges its failures and seeks to make amends.
“If they truly believed in accountability, they would have acted on these issues long before now,” Ansah stated
According to him, this late-in-the-game request for an apology appears disingenuous and is primarily a ploy to sway public opinion in favor of the Npp as electoral pressures mount.
In a democratic society, political accountability is essential. However, when calls for accountability are seen as opportunistic, they erode public trust.
Mr. Ansah cautions Ghanaians to be vigilant against such tactics that may polarize the electorate rather than promote meaningful dialogue and reform.
“We should reject shallow apologies that serve as tools for political survival instead of true accountability,” he emphasizes.
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Concluding Mr. Ansah argues that rather than focusing on a superficial apology, Ghanaians should demand substantive action that addresses the root causes of discontent among the populace.
