Editorial
Ghana On A Time Bomb: President Mahama Must Tame His Arrogant Appointees And Sanitize the System
By King Amoah, Editor in Chief & Publisher
Ghana today stands at a precarious crossroads and treading a path that mirrors a ticking time bomb.
As a nation that prides itself on being a beacon of democracy in Africa, the current trajectory of governance suggests a worrying departure from the ideals of accountability and mutual respect. Our today’s editorial is dedicated to a disturbing trend: the rising tide of arrogance, irresponsible lifestyles and blatant corruption among government appointees coupled with the unsettling silence of President John Dramani Mahama.
The Arrogance of Power: The Sam George Incident:
The most recent and perhaps most egregious example of this “power drunkenness” is the conduct of Sam George the Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram and Minister of Communication. In a display of utter impunity, Mr. George allegedly launched a verbal assault on an innocent military officer who was simply performing his professional duties within the constituency.
Beyond the use of “unprintable insults,” Mr. George is reported to have disparaged the officer as a “mere lieutenant” in videos circulating on social media. This is an affront to not just to the individual officer, but also to the entire Ghana Armed Forces, the very institution that serves as the backbone of our national security.
What mandate does an appointee have to belittle a uniformed officer? This culture of untouchability must end.
Sam George must immediately render an unqualified apology to the Ghanaian people and the military for his “loose talk.
A Litany of Alleged Scandals:
The Sam George incident is not an isolated case; it is symptomatic of a wider rot within the administration headedby John Mahama. The President’s continued silence on various allegations of corruption and mismanagement is deafening.
Serious questions remain unanswered regarding the conduct of other high ranking officials. There are lingering allegations of fraud involving Foreign Minister Okudzeto Ablakwa concerning the evacuation of stranded Ghanaians from South Africa. We see reports of financial mismanagement and “ghost names” within the Ministry of Sports regarding international football competitions.
Furthermore, the alleged scandal at GOLDBOD involving its leadership under Sammy Gyamfi demands transparency, not silence.
Did the citizens of Ghana give the NDC a mandate to power so that its appointees could take the country for a ride? Governance is a service, not a license for plunder or the abuse of office.
The Gap Between Promises and Reality:
While the administration claims to be fighting the “galamsey” (illegal mining) menace, the reality on the ground tells a different story. Lawlessness persists and loopholes in the system remain wide open often exploited by those close to the corridors of power.
From unfulfilled promises to the brazen display of wealth by appointees, the gap between the government’s rhetoric and the people’s struggle is widening.
As the old adage goes that Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. the current administration seems to have forgotten that power is a transient gift from the people and not a permanent birthright.
A Call for Action: Discipline and Transparency:
President John Dramani Mahama must realize that his silence is being interpreted as complicity. To sanitize the system, the President must:
Discipline Appointees: Take decisive action against those who bring the office into disrepute through arrogance or corruption.
Prioritize Accountability: Ensure that all allegations of financial mismanagement whether in Sports, Foreign Affairs or GOLDBOD are investigated by independent bodies.
Restore Respect for Institutions: Reinforce the dignity of our security services by ensuring they are not subjected to the whims of “power drunk” politicians.
Greediness cannot build an effective economy and pride often precedes a fall.
We advise Ndc administration led Mahama to prioritize transparency and discipline before the citizens of Ghana become entirely fed up.
