Dr. Anthony Yaw Baah, Secretary-General of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), has advocated for Ghana to adopt the values and organizational structures prevalent in Nordic countries to tackle its endemic corruption problem.
Speaking at the Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants (CIAMC) Conference, Dr. Baah presented a damning analysis of corruption in Ghana, highlighting its detrimental impact on the country’s development.
He contrasted Ghana’s corruption levels with those of Nordic nations, which consistently rank among the least corrupt globally.
Dr. Baah emphasized that corruption is not merely about bribery but encompasses a broader range of unethical practices that permeate various sectors of society.
The consequences of corruption, according to him, are dire, leading to poverty, poor infrastructure, and a decline in healthcare and education standards.
To combat this scourge, Dr. Baah proposed several measures, including the election of leaders with strong moral character, constitutional reforms to empower citizens, and the strengthening of institutions.
He expressed optimism about Ghana’s potential to overcome corruption and achieve significant progress in human development if it can emulate the Nordic model.
The CIAMC conference provided a platform for discussions on strategies to build a corruption-free Ghana, with Dr. Baah’s address offering a compelling roadmap for the nation to follow.
