Kwame Jantuah, a leading member of the Convention Peoples Party (CPP), has called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to apologize to Ghanaians for the economic hardships they are facing.
Jantuah highlighted the recent picketing by pensioners over their inclusion in the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) as an example of the economic hardships Ghanaians are facing. He noted that the economic difficulties have led to the collapse of several businesses, further exacerbating the challenges faced by citizens.
According to Jantuah, Ghanaians are forgiving, and if the president renders a sincere apology, they are likely to accept it. He urged Akufo-Addo to acknowledge that he has not managed the economy well and ask for forgiveness.
Jantuah also discussed the issue of good governance, stating that there are defects in the current governance style that need to be addressed through constitutional amendments. He cited the example of too much power being given to the president, which he believes must change.
The CPP leader noted that the “winner takes all” concept is not helping the country and that local government is too centralized. He argued that if local government were functioning effectively, the country would be better equipped to handle its challenges.
Jantuah emphasized that the constitution, which has been in place for over 30 years, has certain aspects that are hurting the country today. He specifically mentioned the executive power as an area that needs to be reviewed. He suggested that the next president should prioritize forming a government of national unity, bringing in experts and brains who are currently sitting on the fence to help address the country’s challenges.
Jantuah’s comments come at a time when Ghanaians are facing significant economic hardships, with many calling for the government to take action to address the challenges. The CPP leader’s call for the president to apologize and take responsibility for the economic difficulties is likely to resonate with many Ghanaians.
However, it remains to be seen how the government will respond to Jantuah’s comments and whether they will take steps to address the economic challenges and constitutional reforms he has highlighted. Jantuah’s statement highlights the need for accountability and good governance in Ghana, and his call for a government of national unity may be seen as a positive step towards addressing the country’s challenges.
