Member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), Kwame Jantuah Esq., has cautioned political actors against taking Ghanaians for granted, stressing that citizens are closely monitoring government actions and expect accountability at all times.
Speaking on GHToday on GHOne TV on Tuesday, May 5, Jantuah said politicians must be mindful of public scrutiny, noting that voters remain observant of governance decisions ahead of elections.
“Never take Ghanaians for granted because what are they doing? They are watching every nook and cranny of what government is doing,” he stated, adding that citizens have every right to monitor those they have entrusted with power.
He further argued that accountability remains central to Ghana’s democratic process, describing it as the “fulcrum of every election” since the Fourth Republic.
“Accountability, Josh, is the fulcrum of every election. Look at this Fourth Republic, look at all the presidents we’ve had… what has been the first word of Ghanaians? Accountability and transparency,” he said.
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According to him, while political parties often claim transparency in governance, the issue of accountability continues to be a recurring concern raised by citizens.
He also urged legal practitioners and public commentators to refrain from discussing matters that are properly subject to judicial review, particularly issues relating to bail conditions.
“What bail condition was given to Ken Ofori-Atta in America? I do not think that we, especially as legal people, should sit on a platform and discuss bail conditions,” he said.
Jantuah stressed that disagreements over legal matters should be pursued through the courts rather than public debate, warning that media discussions could place security institutions in difficult positions.
“If we are against it, go to court. If we feel we don’t agree, let’s take it to court and let the court decide,” he stated.
He added that public discourse should not be used to “pontificate” on legal issues in ways that could undermine due process or institutions of state.
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Reflecting on Ghana’s political history, Jantuah noted that voters typically make electoral decisions long before election day, based on their assessment of governance performance.
“I heard someone say on radio that Ghanaians make up their mind two years before election who they want to vote for,” he said.
He urged political actors to prioritise accountability and avoid complacency, warning that citizens ultimately determine which governments remain in power.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
