Opposition’s Watchman Finds No Thief in the Palace – Kofi Bentil Struggles to Find Fault in Ablakwa

Lawyer Kofi Bentil, known for his criticism of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, has sparked conversations after publicly praising the work of Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

Bentil’s remarks have drawn attention because of his reputation as a vocal critic of the government, making his positive assessment of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs a notable development in the ongoing national political discourse.

According to his comments, Bentil has been closely examining the ministry’s work in search of shortcomings but says he has struggled to identify faults.

“I have been looking for faults in the ministry, but I can’t find any,” he reportedly stated.

His comments amount to a positive assessment of the ministry’s performance, particularly under Ablakwa’s leadership, although the statement reflects Bentil’s personal evaluation rather than an independent assessment of the ministry’s overall record.

Beyond his comments about Ablakwa, Bentil also expressed support for Ghana’s decision to join the BRICS group, describing the move as a good one.

BRICS is an international grouping that brings together major emerging economies and provides a platform for cooperation on economic development, trade and global governance.

Bentil’s remarks suggest that he sees potential value in Ghana pursuing opportunities through the group, which has attracted growing attention as countries explore partnerships beyond traditional international alliances.

However, he was quick to point out that the initiative did not originate solely under the current NDC administration.

Bentil acknowledged that the idea of Ghana joining BRICS originated under the previous government led by former President Nana Akufo-Addo.

He commended the current administration for continuing with the initiative rather than abandoning it following the change of government.

His comments highlight the importance of policy continuity, particularly when an initiative introduced by one administration is carried forward by its successor.

The position also adds another dimension to the discussion about political leadership in Ghana, where government policies are often debated along party lines.

Bentil’s praise is likely to generate further discussion about Ablakwa’s leadership at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the role of independent scrutiny in assessing government performance.

While critics and supporters of the government may interpret the comments differently, the central message is clear: Bentil has publicly acknowledged what he considers positive work by a ministry led by an NDC appointee.

His remarks also underline the distinction between criticising a government and recognising individual initiatives or policies one considers worthwhile.

As the discussion unfolds, attention may turn to the specific achievements and diplomatic initiatives behind Bentil’s assessment, as well as the progress of Ghana’s engagement with BRICS.