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• December 29, 2024
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Krontihene of Akyem Asuom Hopes Ghana Never Experiences Another President Like Akufo-Addo

The Krontihene of Akyem Asuom’s remarks regarding Ghana’s leadership under President Nana Akufo-Addo reflect a broader critique of his presidency, characterized by concerns over governance, economic challenges, and social issues. His tenure has been marked by mixed assessments, where significant concerns about governance overshadow certain initiatives. Under President Nana Akufo-Addo’s leadership, several issues have emerged that have led to widespread criticism and concern, both among political figures and the general public. Economic Decline was one of the most pressing challenges during his tenure. Despite early optimism, Ghana faced a significant downturn, including severe inflation, a depreciating currency, and an escalating national debt. Critics argue that the government’s economic mismanagement, including a lack of fiscal discipline, led to a burdensome economic environment for Ghanaians. The effects were particularly felt by the middle and lower classes, as cost of living soared, and unemployment remained a persistent problem. By the end of his presidency, the country’s debt had ballooned, and inflation hit record high Nepotism and Cronyism under Akufo-Addo also came under heavy scrutiny. Many of his critics pointed to a pattern of placing family members and close allies in key positions of power. His cousin, Ken Ofori-Atta, was appointed as Finance Minister during one of the most financially challenging periods for the country. This and other appointments fueled public distrust, with many accusing the president of prioritizing family interests over national well-being, leading to questions about the fairness and transparency of government appointments​. The Decline in Media Freedom during Akufo-Addo’s administration was another contentious issue. Several media outlets, particularly those critical of the government, faced harassment, intimidation, and even shutdowns. In 2021, Ghana’s press freedom ranking dropped sharply, reflecting the increasingly hostile environment for journalists. This erosion of free speech was seen as a direct threat to Ghana’s democratic principles, with journalists being subjected to physical harm and legal intimidation Corruption and Lack of Transparency were central to the public’s discontent with the Akufo-Addo administration. Despite initial promises to tackle corruption, his government was plagued with allegations of financial mismanagement. The introduction of the E-Levy, a controversial tax on mobile money transactions, was seen as a move that further burdened ordinary Ghanaians, with critics arguing it was a policy motivated by political interests rather than genuine economic reform. The absence of accountability in high-profile corruption cases, especially those involving government officials, further eroded public trust in the administration’s commitment to transparency. Militarization of Politics and Election Violence became particularly evident in…