Africa-Press – Ghana. Mr Frank Adjei-Worlanyo, Communications Officer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Akan Constituency of the Oti Region, has expressed concerns over the recent presidential press engagement, describing it as a missed opportunity for transparency and accountability.
Mr Adjei-Worlanyo noted that while the media interaction was anticipated as a platform for the President to clarify key national issues, several critical matters were either insufficiently addressed or ignored.
One of the major concerns raised was the potential danger posed by the government’s super majority in Parliament.
With 184 out of 276 seats, the NDC’s dominance has prompted fears of possible constitutional amendments that could concentrate executive power and weaken democratic checks and balances.
Comparisons were drawn to South Africa’s early post-apartheid era, where similar majorities enabled sweeping legislative changes.
Speculation about possible reforms to Ghana’s 50+1 electoral system also remains unresolved.
Though not addressed directly during the briefing, Mr Adjei-Worlanyo said the absence of clarity has fueled public uncertainty about the government’s intentions, particularly with rumours of a potential shift toward an electoral college model.
Further ambiguity emerged when President John Dramani Mahama declined to give a clear response regarding the fate of the Electoral Commission’s leadership, he stated.
He warned that any perceived political interference in the Commission undermines trust in the electoral process.
On the issue of illegal small-scale mining, or galamsey, Mr Adjei-Worlanyo highlighted a perceived contradiction in the government’s approach.
Despite strong rhetoric while in opposition, the administration was yet to declare a state of emergency on the issue, raising questions about its commitment to environmental protection, he indicated.
Mr Adjei-Worlanyo said a simple acknowledgement of the challenges of governance by the President, could have humanized the Presidency and fostered greater public trust.
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