Accra, Ghana – The General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Kwetey, has sparked heated debate after delivering a fiery critique of current governance, declaring that the persistent flooding and unchecked land sales “would not have happened under the PNDC era.”
In a blunt and emotionally charged statement, Kwetey described the recurring flood disasters and what he called chaotic land administration as unacceptable, insisting that the situation reflects a breakdown in discipline and enforcement of planning regulations.
According to him, Ghana’s past governance systems—particularly during the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC) period—were far more strict and effective in preventing such civic and environmental failures. He argued that the current challenges point to weak institutional control and poor urban management.
His comments, delivered with strong emphasis, quickly ignited political reactions, with supporters agreeing that lax enforcement has worsened flooding in major urban centers, while critics accused him of romanticizing a controversial era of Ghana’s political history.
The issue of flooding has long plagued parts of the country, especially in densely populated cities where poor drainage systems, unregulated construction, and alleged land mismanagement have repeatedly led to destruction of property and loss of livelihoods during heavy rains.
Kwetey’s remarks have since added fresh fuel to the national conversation, with political observers noting that comparisons to the PNDC era are likely to deepen partisan divisions, particularly as debates over land use, urban planning, and accountability continue to intensify.
As the controversy grows, attention is now shifting to how policymakers will respond to both the flood crisis and renewed scrutiny of land administration practices across the country.
For now, Kwetey’s strong words continue to echo across the political space, reigniting debate over whether Ghana’s past governance models hold lessons—or warnings—for the present.
