I am Gaddiel Ackah, a Ghanaian who loves this country deeply and believes in its potential. I am not writing as a politician, nor as a spokesperson for any party, but as an ordinary citizen who has watched the direction of our nation with concern. I believe Ghana deserves leadership that is honest, accountable, and committed to the welfare of its people. And based on what I have seen, I do not believe the NPP under Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia should be returned to power.
Ghana stands at a crossroads. Our nation is rich in potential, blessed with talent and full of promise yet many of us feel that the direction of leadership in recent years has not matched the hopes we were given. As a citizen who has watched events unfold, I believe Ghana should not return the NPP under Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to power. My reasons are rooted in what I see as a pattern of unfulfilled promises and broken trust.
In a democracy, leadership is a contract. When leaders promise, citizens expect delivery. When leaders fail to deliver, citizens must evaluate, reflect and decide whether to renew that contract. Some leaders have taken the citizens for granted by patterns of pathological lies and it is time such liars are exposed and the personalities are vomited out of the political atmosphere. Below are the commitments I believe were not fulfilled and why they matter for Ghana’s future.
- One District, One Dam — Where Are the Dams? This flagship promise was presented as a transformational rural development plan. Yet many communities report that what was delivered were dugouts, not functional dams. To me, this represents a gap between promise and reality.
- One District, One Million Dollars — Where Is the Money? Ghanaians were told that every district would receive $1 million annually for development. Many districts say they never saw these funds. For me, this raises serious questions about transparency and accountability.
- The Cape Coast Harbor Promise — Still Unfulfilled. A major infrastructure promise was made to the people of Cape Coast. Years later, no harbor exists. To me, this is another example of political promises made without follow‑through.
- The Cape Coast Airport — Announced, Then Disappeared. The airport was publicly promised, then later dismissed as a “mistake.” Such contradictions weaken public trust.
- A Strong Economy Was Promised — But What Did We Experience? Ghanaians lived through inflation, currency depreciation, job losses, and economic hardship. Many feel the economic management did not match the confident assurances given.
- The Palugu Dam — Announced as Completed, But Where Is It? Public statements claimed the dam was built. Yet reports and community voices say otherwise. This, to me, reflects a troubling pattern of announcements without evidence.
- Economic Leadership — Why Did the Messaging Change? Dr. Bawumia built his political identity on economic expertise. Yet in recent years, the emphasis on economic leadership seemed to fade. For many citizens, this raises questions about consistency and accountability.
Why Kennedy Agyapong Called or Confirmed Dr. Bawumia a Liar (As Reported Publicly)
In my view, even members of the NPP have openly questioned Dr. Bawumia’s credibility. One of the strongest critics has been Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, a senior NPP figure and former presidential aspirant. During the NPP primaries, Kennedy Agyapong publicly accused Dr. Bawumia of dishonesty. These are the reasons he gave, which many Ghanaians also observed:
- He said Bawumia denied responsibility for the economy despite leading the Economic Management Team.
- He said Bawumia made promises he did not fulfill, especially regarding economic transformation and digital systems.
- He said Bawumia changed his message when the economy collapsed, calling this “dishonest leadership.”
- He said Bawumia gave overly optimistic economic assessments that did not reflect the hardship Ghanaians were facing.
- He said Bawumia cannot distance himself from the government he helped run, calling this behavior misleading.
To me, when a senior figure within the same party raises such concerns publicly, it reinforces the need for citizens to reflect carefully.
- Many Families Still Struggle With Infertility and Lack of Support. Ghanaians facing infertility often feel abandoned by the system. Promises of improved healthcare and support have not materialized in ways that meet real needs.
- Many Citizens Feel Their Destiny Has Not Improved. Young people still struggle to find opportunities. Many feel stuck, unable to change their circumstances despite working hard. Leadership should open doors, not close them.
- A Growing Sense of Broken Trust. When promises repeatedly go unfulfilled, trust erodes. And when trust is gone, leadership loses its moral authority. For me, this is the heart of the issue.
My Conclusion
Ghana deserves serious leadership that is honest, accountable and committed to delivering what it promises. If we continue to reward unfulfilled promises, we risk saying goodbye to Ghana’s hopeful future. This is why, in my personal opinion, Ghana should not return the NPP under Dr. Bawumia to power. Ghana needs a new direction, new energy and new leadership that matches words with action.
By Gaddiel Ackah This article reflects my personal views as a concerned Ghanaian citizen.
