Ghana’s cycle of political “witch-hunting” after elections is hindering economic growth according to Elder Enoch Ofori Jnr Head pastor of the Association of the 7th
Day Pentecostal Assemblies in
Kumasi Feyiase.
In an interview with the correspondent, Elder Ofori Jnr urged Ghanaians to adopt corruption-free democratic practices of countries like the United Kingdom and the United States of America to foster a stronger and more stable economy.
The clergyman lamented the recurring pattern of incoming political parties launching investigations and demanding accountability from their predecessors, often focusing on suspicions of corruption.
This he argued, has become a detrimental “rotational system” that hinders genuine development.
If the NPP comes to power and goes into opposition, the NDC who takes over power allegedly resorts to probe and accountability that ends them nowhere,” he stated. In the same vein, when the NDC also goes into opposition, the New Patriotic Party also pursues NDC members with accountability issues that lead to nothing fruitful to the state.
Elder Ofori Jnr questioned whether Ghana is truly practicing a genuine democracy or engaging in a deceitful democratic governance.
- Elder Ofori and Jnr contrasted this situation with the political landscapes of the United States and the United Kingdom.
. He observed that in the US, Democrats and Republicans generally work together by adhering to established rules and transcending party affiliations.
He highlighted the same principle at play in the UK, stressing that corruption is largely absent from their governance. This allows them to focus on issues that benefit the nation as a whole.
The pastor challenged the notion that Ghana’s democratic governance must always involve political “witch-hunting” when a ruling government goes into opposition.
He stressed that this practice distracts from the crucial task of building a strong and sustainable economy.
To break this cycle, Elder Ofori Jnr suggested for the could
implemention of measures that could promote fair play and transparency in democratic governance.
He further emphasized the importance of avoiding the temptation to target political opponents when in opposiThe man of God believes that by embracing these principles, Ghana can create a more stable and predictable political environment, fostering economic growth and overall prosperity.
In essence, Elder Ofori Jnr calls for a fundamental shift in Ghana’s political culture, urging leaders and citizens alike to prioritize national development over partisan squabbles and embrace the principles of transparency and accountability that underpin successful democracies like the US and UK.
