- Jantuah calls for government of national unity in Ghana's next presidency.
- He criticizes Akufo-Addo for failing to unite the country.
- Jantuah identifies defects in governance system, including over-centralization.
- He urges Akufo-Addo to apologize for economic hardships.
Kwame Jantuah, a leading member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), has emphasized the need for the next president of Ghana to prioritize national unity. He made this statement while criticizing President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his inability to unite the country.
According to Jantuah, the next president should focus on building a government of national unity, bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise to address the country’s challenges. He noted that the current governance system has defects that need to be addressed through constitutional amendments. For instance, Jantuah argued that the 1992 Constitution grants too much power to the president, which must be reviewed.
Jantuah also highlighted the need for decentralization, citing the centralized nature of local government as a major obstacle to effective governance. He advocated for a more devolved system, where decision-making power is distributed more evenly across different levels of government.
Furthermore, Jantuah emphasized the importance of addressing economic hardships in Ghana. He called on President Akufo-Addo to apologize to Ghanaians for the economic difficulties they are facing, which have led to pensioners picketing and businesses collapsing.
Jantuah acknowledged that Ghanaians are forgiving and would likely accept a sincere apology from the president. He urged Akufo-Addo to take responsibility for the economic challenges and seek forgiveness from the people.
In addition, Jantuah stressed the need for a more inclusive and participatory approach to governance. He argued that the “winner takes all” concept has not served Ghana well and that a more collaborative approach is necessary. Jantuah also highlighted the importance of constitutional reform, citing the need to review certain provisions that have been in place for over 30 years. He argued that some of these provisions are no longer serving the interests of Ghanaians.
Jantuah’s comments emphasize the need for a new approach to governance in Ghana, one that prioritizes national unity, decentralization, economic inclusivity, and constitutional reform. By emphasizing the importance of these issues, Jantuah is contributing to a national conversation about the future of Ghana’s governance and the need for a more inclusive and effective approach to leadership.
