Political activist Courage Nobi has criticised Ghana’s two dominant political parties, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP), asserting that neither prioritises the country’s interests.
Speaking on The Verdict on Starr 103.5 FM on Tuesday, May 5, Mr. Nobi described himself as an independent political actor, stating that his current stance is driven by a desire to act in line with his conscience for the betterment of the country.
According to him, his decision to remain independent follows his experience within Ghana’s political space, including his previous affiliation with the NPP and later involvement with the Movement for Change, which has since transitioned into the United Party.
“I’m an independent political actor presently… and to act in full commitment to my conscience for the betterment of this country,” he said.
Mr. Nobi argued that the country’s political landscape, particularly the NDC-NPP duopoly, has become an avenue for the control and personalisation of public resources rather than serving the broader national interest.
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“I do not think, in my experience working in the political space, that any of these political parties, particularly the duopoly, mean well for this country,” he stated.
He further alleged that political competition in Ghana is often driven by the desire to gain access to state resources, which are then used to benefit family, friends, and connected interests.
“It has become an avenue for privatising public wealth… when you see the hot contest, it is just to fight to get in charge of national wealth and find avenues of privatising it,” he added.
Mr. Nobi also criticised the issue of sole-sourcing in government contracting, suggesting that both major parties engage in the practice when in power.
“Let power change hands today and you will see the exact same thing,” he said, referencing what he described as consistent patterns across administrations.
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He further questioned the rapid change in lifestyle of some political appointees, citing instances where individuals move from modest living conditions to affluent areas within a short period of time.
Mr. Nobi maintained that his lack of trust in both parties stems from these observations, insisting that, in his view, neither the NDC nor the NPP genuinely pursues the national interest.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
