Renowned economist and public intellectual Dr Kofi Amoah has thrown down the gauntlet to Ghana’s political parties, urging them to move beyond internal party primaries and factional battles and instead focus on delivering real, practical solutions to the country’s mounting challenges.
Speaking amid growing public frustration over economic hardship, unemployment, and declining trust in political leadership, Dr Amoah warned that Ghanaians are increasingly losing patience with what he described as “politics without purpose.”
“Primaries Are Not Governance”
According to Dr Amoah, political parties have become overly obsessed with internal power struggles—expending enormous time, money, and energy on primaries—while neglecting the pressing needs of ordinary citizens.
“Winning a primary does not automatically translate into solving Ghana’s problems,” he stressed, noting that the country’s development cannot be driven by slogans, party colours, or internal rivalries.
A Crisis Demanding Ideas, Not Insults
Dr Amoah argued that Ghana is at a critical crossroads, facing economic instability, youth unemployment, weak industrial growth, and rising living costs. Yet instead of presenting bold policy ideas, parties are locked in blame games and personality-driven campaigns.
He challenged political leaders to clearly outline how they intend to:
- Create sustainable jobs
- Strengthen local industries
- Stabilise the economy
- Improve education and healthcare
- Restore public confidence in leadership
Voters Deserve More Than Campaign Promises
The outspoken economist warned that Ghanaians are no longer impressed by flashy rallies or recycled campaign promises. What voters want, he said, are clear roadmaps, measurable targets, and leaders who are prepared to be held accountable.
“Ghanaians are smarter than politicians think,” Dr Amoah noted. “They want competence, integrity, and vision—not endless political theatre.”
A Wake-Up Call to the Political Class
Dr Amoah’s remarks come at a time when political activity is intensifying ahead of upcoming elections, with parties ramping up internal contests and public engagements. His comments have already sparked debate, with many observers describing them as a timely wake-up call to Ghana’s political class.
The Bottom Line
As economic pressures tighten and public trust wears thin, Dr Kofi Amoah’s message is blunt and unmistakable: political parties must rise above internal contests and start governing—even before winning power.
For many Ghanaians watching from the sidelines, the challenge now is whether the nation’s political leaders will listen—or continue business as usual.
