Ghanaian musician-turned-politician Kwame Asare Obeng has declared that he will not resort to publicity stunts such as cooking banku or washing clothes simply to win political support.
The outspoken lawmaker said leadership should be judged by performance, integrity, and the ability to deliver results—not by symbolic acts designed to attract votes.
“LEADERSHIP ISN’T ABOUT PERFORMANCES”
A-Plus argued that while some politicians may choose to engage in highly publicized activities to connect with voters, he believes such gestures should not become the standard for assessing effective leadership.
According to him, his focus remains on serving constituents through meaningful action, accountability, and policies that improve lives.
CALL FOR ISSUE-BASED POLITICS
The politician urged Ghanaians to evaluate public officials based on their work and achievements rather than on carefully staged displays intended to appeal to emotions.
He stressed that elections should be decided by competence, vision, and the ability to fulfill campaign promises.
COMMENTS SPARK DEBATE
A-Plus’ remarks have generated mixed reactions, with some agreeing that governance should take precedence over political theatrics, while others argue that leaders should also remain accessible and willing to engage directly with ordinary citizens.
The comments have added to ongoing discussions about political campaigning and the expectations voters place on elected officials.
A CLEAR MESSAGE TO VOTERS
For A-Plus, the message is straightforward: he would rather be judged by his performance in office than by symbolic acts aimed at winning public approval.
