I Have Noticed NDC Don’t Have Fool Soldiers Coming At Me Like The Other Party — Akua Manfo fires

In an official Facebook post shared on 26 October 2026, prominent writer, media personality, and social commentator Akua Manfo (widely known as Blakofe) shared a sharp, reflective critique examining the nature of political cyber-advocacy and partisan tolerance in Ghana. The commentary contrasts the reactions she faces from different political divides when offering public critiques, drawing a distinct line between genuine party supporters and toxic online actors.

The core of the commentary focuses on the distinction between constructive civic participation and blind partisan sycophancy. Manfo notes that unlike her experiences with the opposing political camp, her commentary directed at the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has not been met with coordinated vitriol from aggressive internet trolls. Commending the ruling party’s baseline tolerance for independent voices, she asserts that true political foot soldiers support their party because they genuinely want Ghana to succeed, holding leadership accountable when necessary. In contrast, she criticizes toxic elements—whom she labels “fool soldiers”—who deploy insults or accept minor inducements (nokofuo) to viciously attack citizens advocating for progress.

To bring the broader systemic and governance context to light, the post does not give a blanket pass to the administration, pivoting instead to a direct performance check. Manfo sounds an early warning note regarding specific sectors, pointing out that public feedback indicates “team tourism” is currently underperforming and failing to meet expectations. By emphasizing that political tolerance must translate into a willingness to actually listen to the ordinary voters who entrusted power to the government, the commentary underscores that citizens have a duty to keep leadership on its toes regardless of who is in office.

Ultimately, this political brief highlights the vital necessity of maintaining a healthy, receptive democracy where dissent is welcomed rather than vilified. Akua Manfo’s insightful intervention serves as a reminder that executive accountability begins when leadership remains open to constructive appraisal from both critics and loyal allies alike.

Do you agree with Akua Manfo’s distinction between constructive foot soldiers and toxic partisans who shield political failures? How can public figures and political parties better foster an environment where constructive criticism is embraced rather than attacked? Share your thoughts and join the discussion in the comments below!

Source: Akua Manfo, Official Facebook Post, 26 October, 2026.