KB Asante pushes for constitutional dictatorship

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Kojo T 11 years ago

Casely hayford was talking through his nose. We needed Nkrumahs leadership and stability. Nkrumah did not have to be fighting his vice as well as external enemies of NLM, CIA, M15 . We owe the divisive NLM no apology

Casely hayford was talking through his nose. We needed Nkrumahs leadership and stability. Nkrumah did not have to be fighting his vice as well as external enemies of NLM, CIA, M15 . We owe the divisive NLM no apology
SARPONG 11 years ago

Asante is going senile. Anything with a dictatorship insignia will not be accepted in Ghana. If Kojo T and his blabber mouth Ewe zealots think the 1966 coup was wrong, I want them to lead the crusade to have the Kotoka Intern ...
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Asante is going senile. Anything with a dictatorship insignia will not be accepted in Ghana. If Kojo T and his blabber mouth Ewe zealots think the 1966 coup was wrong, I want them to lead the crusade to have the Kotoka International Airport name changed.
KWAKU 11 years ago

I believe you can disagree with him and not go tribal way. He never said anything that borders on tribe but being the chief tribalist on Ghanaweb, you always want to give issue a tribal slant. We need to stop this and unite. ...
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I believe you can disagree with him and not go tribal way. He never said anything that borders on tribe but being the chief tribalist on Ghanaweb, you always want to give issue a tribal slant. We need to stop this and unite.

By the way, weren't Kotota (Ewe) and Afrifa (Asante) the face of the NLM?
SARPONG 11 years ago

Idiot, Ewes like Kojo T cannot have it both ways, you moronic fool. The same Ewes condemning the 1966 coup are the same people who opposed the change of the Kotoka International name because they like one of their own having ...
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Idiot, Ewes like Kojo T cannot have it both ways, you moronic fool. The same Ewes condemning the 1966 coup are the same people who opposed the change of the Kotoka International name because they like one of their own having his name greeting travelers at the Kotoka International Airport when they condemn what he and others did, is it not a paradox to you fools always playing tribal card when you are caught with your sticky fingers in the jar?
Gye Nyame 11 years ago

If it was that great for Ghana then why did it fail? We have been there, done that, we are going forward and not backwards just like Nkrumah's said. JJ was in power for 20 years and what did he achieve? Even China is moving t ...
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If it was that great for Ghana then why did it fail? We have been there, done that, we are going forward and not backwards just like Nkrumah's said. JJ was in power for 20 years and what did he achieve? Even China is moving to democracy -- they are experimenting in small towns. As the population in China become more sophisticated and richer, they are going to demand democracy. What has Mugabe done for his country? The Arab spring is about demanding more freedom and democracy. See the turmoil in the Arab countries and see if KB is making sense. The issue is not the number of years in power but more so picking the right leaders.
Nana Yaw 11 years ago

Thank you Gye Nyame. China has overhauled its economic policies and are now practicing capitalistic economic model because dictatorship has never worked anywhere.

Thank you Gye Nyame. China has overhauled its economic policies and are now practicing capitalistic economic model because dictatorship has never worked anywhere.
mojingles 11 years ago

Nana Yaw, you sure don't know anything about the political system in China, right, young man? China is a dictatorship, pure and simple....it is in essence a one party state....the communist party controls everything and there ...
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Nana Yaw, you sure don't know anything about the political system in China, right, young man? China is a dictatorship, pure and simple....it is in essence a one party state....the communist party controls everything and there are no ifs or buts...if the country has embraced the capitalist model, that does not mean that it has given up its one party rule.....there are no national elections and the president and the prime minister are elected by the Peoples Congress every ten years....go read some more on China before writing a comment that exposes your ignorance.....
hermit 11 years ago

Now, KB is clamoring for 'constitutional dictatorship'. Mahatma Ghandi once said "the only acceptable form of dictatorship, is the silent voice within". Ghana is not lagging behind because of democracy, it's due to the poor g ...
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Now, KB is clamoring for 'constitutional dictatorship'. Mahatma Ghandi once said "the only acceptable form of dictatorship, is the silent voice within". Ghana is not lagging behind because of democracy, it's due to the poor governance, vision-less leadership, nepotism and myriad of self inflicted causes that has nothing to do with longevity of stay in office. if only these empty promises during campaigns could translate to action we will be paradise by now. our politicians are selfish, corrupt, deceitful and ignorant. we are saddled with useless bunch of politicians and MPs who can hardly pass for legislators. What makes a nation grow is the leaders and the people, unfortunately we lack these kind of leaders and no matter what form of governance you prescribe is will be kicking the can down the street.
insight to the bone 11 years ago

Yea though we walk through the valley of pepeni death we shall fear no ayigbe evil for the Lord stands by the children of Akan and Israel always . We shall forever remain blessed and despite the trials and tribulations served ...
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Yea though we walk through the valley of pepeni death we shall fear no ayigbe evil for the Lord stands by the children of Akan and Israel always . We shall forever remain blessed and despite the trials and tribulations served to us by this aboaba kwasea pepeni and murderous intent of the ayigbe we shall triumph. No matter what they do victory shall be ours for God has most certainly made them blind so they lack any wisdom and see no solutions . These pagan ungodly souls have lied and stolen from us on a daily basis but their days are surely numbered . Somebody quickly remind them i am still waiting in vain to be arrested or see the effects of their juju which they promised because we told our people to prepare for revolution and war . Today its clear the pepeni have armed themselves so we also begin to arm ourselves against these criminals, if you can not buy a licensed gun then make sure you sharpen your cutlasses well and keep them well polished and oiled . pepeni has appointed his incompetent criminal friends , family and tribesmen into various positions of state , little do they know that its not about building empty meaningless careers but they should know its a duty to serve the interests of the people and seek the well-being prosperity of all citizens regardless of stature , religious affiliation , ethnic background , age or gender . They plan and scheme to steal our oil and any wealth we are able to create. they work to systematically destroy even the basic family unit by try to thrush down our throats perverse gay homosexual values as being the ideal .They do not see the beauty of the unity in diversity of the various tribes of Akan rather they encourage and facilitate conflict amongst ourselves but it will not work as our people are now more sophisticated than that as no one is blind to their divide and rule tactics except the few idiots who think they build a political career in the oligarchy which has now crossed over into all parties . Be strong and vigilant oh children of Akan as our day draws nigh . long live the republic of Akan
FACT 11 years ago

ONE-PARTY DID NOT FAIL IN GHANA. NKRUMAH WAS FORCED OUT OF POWER BECAUSE THEY WANTED TO CONTROL OUR RESOURCES AS IS HAPPENING NOW. IT IS NOT TRUE THAT CHINA IS MOVING TO THE SO-CALLED DEMOCRACY; CHINA HAS JUST EASED ABOUT 20% ...
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ONE-PARTY DID NOT FAIL IN GHANA. NKRUMAH WAS FORCED OUT OF POWER BECAUSE THEY WANTED TO CONTROL OUR RESOURCES AS IS HAPPENING NOW. IT IS NOT TRUE THAT CHINA IS MOVING TO THE SO-CALLED DEMOCRACY; CHINA HAS JUST EASED ABOUT 20% OF ITS ECONOMY TO ACCOMODATE FOREIGN COMPANIES. MUGABE HAS STOOD AGAINST THE EXPLOITATION OF ITS RESOURCES BY FOREIGNERS; UNLIKE GHANA, ZIMBABWEANS ARE ENJOYING THE BENEFITS OF THEIR RESOURCES.

WE NEED ONE-PARTY STATE NOW TO NIP IN THE BUD THE QUARRELS FOSTERED BY THE SO-CALLED MULTI-PARTY SYSTEM.

Gye Nyame 11 years ago

Of course the one party system failed in Ghana, why do you think that the 1966 coup was so successful? It was because the people were becoming unhappy with the dictatorship and the failing economic system. You see my own fat ...
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Of course the one party system failed in Ghana, why do you think that the 1966 coup was so successful? It was because the people were becoming unhappy with the dictatorship and the failing economic system. You see my own father was in the Nkrumah government and I come from a strong CPP background so I remember how lonely it felt when Nkrumah was overthrown, I also remember how some of members in my extended family would talk/move cautiously around us when we went to visit during Nkrumah’s era. And even Nkrumah regretted that dictatorial aspect of his leadership when in Guinea; he conceded in private conversations that he should have taken a different approach.
Yes, give China about 20 or so years and you will see democracy in play, they have allowed some towns and urban areas since 1999 to have some direct elections; this entails nominations, campaigns and voting by secret ballots. As the society becomes more affluent they are going to demand a say; and the economic boom is creating many millionaires, not to forget the influence of Western education on the children of the rich including kids of folks up in the CCP hierarchy. The china of 30 years ago is totally different from what we have today – it is getting more open and of course the Internet is having a lot of influence on the thinking of the youth. Just as we have seen economic transformation so would the political transformation happen in China. Just keep an eye on China and you will see what I am talking about.
We need to focus our attention on building strong institutions and that would solve a lot of our problems.
Kosoko 11 years ago

Ok, we have had democracy for the last 20yrs, what is the results? Are we better than China, are we better than, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Zimbabwe, Gaddafi's Libya?

Please, lets try to understand the Geopolitics of the world. L ...
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Ok, we have had democracy for the last 20yrs, what is the results? Are we better than China, are we better than, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Zimbabwe, Gaddafi's Libya?

Please, lets try to understand the Geopolitics of the world. Let's try to understand how and why modern African states were formed and to assess if that purpose is still served for the benefits of those who created it. You may not like Nkrumah; that is perfectly normal but try to understand why he took certain decision even if you think he was a madman because everyone including people with mental health do things with reasons. Human actions are never spontaneous.
DOGO 11 years ago

My brother you seems to be logical. You make a lot of sense with your analysis. Some of us lack the ability to analyse issues to make the best out of it. Our educational system has really failed us. Graduates these days can't ...
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My brother you seems to be logical. You make a lot of sense with your analysis. Some of us lack the ability to analyse issues to make the best out of it. Our educational system has really failed us. Graduates these days can't even reason beyond the boundaries of the narrow box we've been placed in since Nkrumah's overthrow. God please help us.
Kosoko 11 years ago

Thanks brother. The painful truth is most people on this platform; not only on this forum but Some African intellectuals and leaderships still don't have any degree of understanding regarding how deep the 'Whiteman' plunged o ...
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Thanks brother. The painful truth is most people on this platform; not only on this forum but Some African intellectuals and leaderships still don't have any degree of understanding regarding how deep the 'Whiteman' plunged our every existence of life into the 'mad' and continues to so in a more insidious forms. These intellectuals and leaderships are gladly holding on to the fraudulent concepts the whites have crafted for us which are nothing except the promotion of white supremacy.
Solomon 11 years ago

But Rawlings did 18yrs straight and failed us, those who surrounded him bought state property.
If he had not failed, we would not have been where we are

But Rawlings did 18yrs straight and failed us, those who surrounded him bought state property.
If he had not failed, we would not have been where we are
Kofi Ata, Cambridge, UK 11 years ago

This is 21st Century and there is no need for Constitutional Dictatorship. Other countries have developed with the same system of four year term and a maximum of two terms. The argument that four or five years terms are insuf ...
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This is 21st Century and there is no need for Constitutional Dictatorship. Other countries have developed with the same system of four year term and a maximum of two terms. The argument that four or five years terms are insufficient to develop the country by governments is just an excuse. In Ghana even if one term is eight or ten years politicians will still complain that it's not enough and demand more. What Ghana needs is long term development vision that all political parties buy into, so whether it's NDC or NPP government the development agenda (vision) is the same but the means to achieving the vision are different. That means when a new government takes over they modify the delivery/implementation to suit their political objectives or ideology. This man is a danger to democracy.
JH New York 11 years ago

We live in a Country where it is a political tradition for incoming president from a different political party, not to continue to complete projects started by his predecessor
to the extent that,on-going projects irrespecti ...
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We live in a Country where it is a political tradition for incoming president from a different political party, not to continue to complete projects started by his predecessor
to the extent that,on-going projects irrespective of the amount of money already expended on it,and the judgment debts involved.
So,first of all,those who aspires to become leaders in particular and Ghanaians in general needs a revolution in the mind to avert the trend or that practice in the Country.
Devoid of this basic requirements,it's difficult if not impossible to move the Country forward Therefore,no amount( volume ) of development agenda,visions ,plans,or whatever will see any tremendous progress.
Therefore,my understanding of Constitutional Dictatorship; I will call it " Democratic Dictatorship" when we assess our leadership for the past 4 decades (40 years).you come to understand the conclusions of Mr K B Asante as follows:
,1.Chairman Rawlings ,2.Former President Kuffour, 3.Late former President Atta Mills ,
4.Currently President Mahama.
For the purpose of this article,all the 4 of them have "Kleptomanialized" in one way or the other.Even if you have not.personally
taken it,"Woyomizing" is another way.
So,with regard to Taxpayers Fund,they're on the same level. With no exception !
Now Rawlings was a waste in both Dictatorship and Democratic rule. Kuffour laid prudent economic measures economic - empowerment and ushered the Country to a lower middle income status.Late Atta Mills
was worse than Rawlings.Atta Mills could not located the drawing board.He did not complete his term,though.Mahama is also not able to find the drawing board.Though he just start to look for it.
Therefore ,if the better of the 4 was a Constitutional Dictator(Democratic Dictator) imagine the development and progress by now.
That is all what K B Asante wanted to say !
Thank you Mr KB Asante.
francis 11 years ago

so which party? ndc or npp? i guess your party is power so you'll ought for your party? useless party!

so which party? ndc or npp? i guess your party is power so you'll ought for your party? useless party!
francis 11 years ago

correction: it should be read "opt" not "ought"

correction: it should be read "opt" not "ought"
KWAKU KWAKU 11 years ago

What some of you do not realized is that sooner someone like MUGABE gone the continent woulb be lost gone like when our own NKRUMAH was gone plus some of the most visionary we have lost and gone by the invissible fighters who ...
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What some of you do not realized is that sooner someone like MUGABE gone the continent woulb be lost gone like when our own NKRUMAH was gone plus some of the most visionary we have lost and gone by the invissible fighters whose altimate goal is only to see the AFRICA continent fails and the fact that this pepertrators would always WIN a support from some of you makes it very dificult and it is very pathetic, someone like you do not know that WESTERN always seeks their interest first and you and most don't, haven't said that I am not in favour of ONE MAN RULE but i would be happy to see AFRICA delveloping A system that works for the betterment of the CONTINENT and it's people, I think we should have A President and A PM in that sence all politicians would be working under the PM and then the PM would be reporting to the PESIDENT like been done in some countries.

Vodoo Xebieso 11 years ago

Sarpong, don't go astray. I personally insisted in one of my postings two years ago that if that airport should be renamed, well and good. I even maintained that if my stock took umbrage at that, it was their own business and ...
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Sarpong, don't go astray. I personally insisted in one of my postings two years ago that if that airport should be renamed, well and good. I even maintained that if my stock took umbrage at that, it was their own business and that they should name their children and grandchildren Kotoka if they so wished.

You cannot deny that Nkrumah's overthrow paved the way for your uncles who opposed Nkrumah to grab political power via the Progress Party.

Your holier-than-thou posture with a penchant for casting aspersions on Ewes at the least opportunity is a sign of somebody who inwardly hates one but pretends to dine with him.

Ewes may be idiots or fools but they get circumcised and do not rape giant she-apes as obtains in other places.
SARPONG 11 years ago

In the spirit of the my friendship with my Ewe friend, I will let you get away with this one. You should not use Ewes, do not rape, in the same sentence because your kind rape anything that breathes whether on two legs or fou ...
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In the spirit of the my friendship with my Ewe friend, I will let you get away with this one. You should not use Ewes, do not rape, in the same sentence because your kind rape anything that breathes whether on two legs or four legs.
william 11 years ago

My brother just cure yourself of negativity and come with us moving forward!

My brother just cure yourself of negativity and come with us moving forward!
Kalashnikov AK47 11 years ago

So Mr Sarpong, how will changing the name of Kotoka International Airport help to move Ghana forward economically.
Why do people concentrate on irrelevances when the real issues lie untackled?

So Mr Sarpong, how will changing the name of Kotoka International Airport help to move Ghana forward economically.
Why do people concentrate on irrelevances when the real issues lie untackled?
AGYA MUNKO 11 years ago

Oh wofa Kutu, wo buo nie.After going in circles for decades, some one has echoed your words.Party politics is destroying us as a people.

Oh wofa Kutu, wo buo nie.After going in circles for decades, some one has echoed your words.Party politics is destroying us as a people.
Tuy 11 years ago

This old man is suffering from dementia. Checks and balances are needed. Chinese citizens are executed for criticizing members of the politburo. Is that what Mr. Asante is advocating for in Ghana?

This old man is suffering from dementia. Checks and balances are needed. Chinese citizens are executed for criticizing members of the politburo. Is that what Mr. Asante is advocating for in Ghana?
Komla 11 years ago

What has being an Ewe got to do with the name change.I am an Ewe and a staunch Nkumaist and have been advocating for the name change for some time now.The airport should be renamed after Nkrumah.Kotoka is the reason why Ghana ...
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What has being an Ewe got to do with the name change.I am an Ewe and a staunch Nkumaist and have been advocating for the name change for some time now.The airport should be renamed after Nkrumah.Kotoka is the reason why Ghana's development came to a stand still in the first place so nothing in Ghana should be named after him. The 1966 coup was wrong then and will always be wrong no matter how you cut it my friend.
Voice of Reason 11 years ago

ONE WONDERS WHETHER NKRUMAH WAS
GIVEN GOOD COUNSEL FROM THE LIKES OF K.B ASANTE.....HIS COMMENT ON CONSTITUTIONAL DICTATORSHIP PUTS INTO PROPER PERSPECTIVE NKRUMAH'S ONE MAN SHOWMANSHIP

ONE WONDERS WHETHER NKRUMAH WAS
GIVEN GOOD COUNSEL FROM THE LIKES OF K.B ASANTE.....HIS COMMENT ON CONSTITUTIONAL DICTATORSHIP PUTS INTO PROPER PERSPECTIVE NKRUMAH'S ONE MAN SHOWMANSHIP
Soho 11 years ago

Give it up.

Give it up.
Ohene 11 years ago

How can you insult such a man?

How can you insult such a man?

gretchy 11 years ago

Dat bastard got a hole in his brain.he is ready for da hole in da ground ummm.Nope, ghanaians do have great educated personals but are too frightened cos they cud be picked out by the police and charged for unlawful freedom o ...
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Dat bastard got a hole in his brain.he is ready for da hole in da ground ummm.Nope, ghanaians do have great educated personals but are too frightened cos they cud be picked out by the police and charged for unlawful freedom of speech!!!
Mo, yendi 11 years ago

I have always believed that developing democracies need constitutional dictatorships, until the system is developed to be handle strong dissenting views. Examples abound the world over, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Algeria, In ...
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I have always believed that developing democracies need constitutional dictatorships, until the system is developed to be handle strong dissenting views. Examples abound the world over, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Algeria, Indonesia under Suharto.
In OUR system, there is too much emphasis on elections so that implementations of policies are stifled. If we set our minds back President Kufour made a suggestion for longer terms for Presidents. It was within this framework he made those suggestions. He experienced it and he know it.
Son of man 11 years ago

Im not impressed with this Democracy thing, we looked lost and confused. Chaos everywhere.

Im not impressed with this Democracy thing, we looked lost and confused. Chaos everywhere.
gyan 11 years ago

We need democracy and stop the abuse of power. Dictatorship will lead the country to more chaos. It is painful to lost but allow the man.

We need democracy and stop the abuse of power. Dictatorship will lead the country to more chaos. It is painful to lost but allow the man.
SARPONG 11 years ago

Do you guys want the same thing Yahya Jammeh is doing in Gambia to happen in Ghana?

Do you want a government that will not tolerate any form of dissent and criticizing its policies will led to your imprisonment or being ...
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Do you guys want the same thing Yahya Jammeh is doing in Gambia to happen in Ghana?

Do you want a government that will not tolerate any form of dissent and criticizing its policies will led to your imprisonment or being killed?
Komla 11 years ago

Certainly not. However, Ghana needs to development its own form of democracy and government whatever form that might be.

Certainly not. However, Ghana needs to development its own form of democracy and government whatever form that might be.
MINOR CASE 11 years ago

Kutu Acheampong will be smiling in his grave now. Africa is not sophisticated enough for this Western democracy just like the Arabs. We have copied the wrong system which puts the interest of the governing party ahead of the ...
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Kutu Acheampong will be smiling in his grave now. Africa is not sophisticated enough for this Western democracy just like the Arabs. We have copied the wrong system which puts the interest of the governing party ahead of the country and breeds corruption as we have witnessed for some time now.Let us consider UNIGOV embodying representatives from the Armed Forces, educated chiefs , the academia, Christian and Moslem Councils etc. Such a body will not owe allegience to any party.
Son of man 11 years ago

"Africa is not sophisticated enough for this Western democracy just like the Arabs."

That is the problem facing Ghana and the rest of the third world copying this Western Deocracy crap!

I dont support Mugabe, Castro, K ...
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"Africa is not sophisticated enough for this Western democracy just like the Arabs."

That is the problem facing Ghana and the rest of the third world copying this Western Deocracy crap!

I dont support Mugabe, Castro, Kim Jon Ill, or Jameh style of dictatorship but I will welcome the Chinese and the Singaporean style of dictatorship based on where we are in terms of development and sophistication.

If it worked for them it can work for us, After all the US and Eurpoe worked and continue to work with the so called Communist China and dictatorship Singapore.
Kosoko 11 years ago

The most important question is: what is dictatorship and therefore who is a dictator? Does Nkrumah's style of Governance fits into this definition?

The most important question is: what is dictatorship and therefore who is a dictator? Does Nkrumah's style of Governance fits into this definition?
Ka Na Wu 11 years ago

Because he will not live to see its adverse effect. He will die soon

Because he will not live to see its adverse effect. He will die soon
Pelicles 11 years ago

You are right. That man will not live to see its adverse effect be it good or bad.

You are right. That man will not live to see its adverse effect be it good or bad.
FACT 11 years ago

NKRUMAH REMAINS THE BEST LEADER WHO HAS EVER PRESIDED OVER GHANA.THOSE GHANAIANS WHO LIVED UNDER NKRUMAH ENJOYED THE BENEFITS OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES. NKRUMAH'S PRO-POOR POLICIES BAILED MILLIONS OF GHANAIANS OUT OF POVERTY ...
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NKRUMAH REMAINS THE BEST LEADER WHO HAS EVER PRESIDED OVER GHANA.THOSE GHANAIANS WHO LIVED UNDER NKRUMAH ENJOYED THE BENEFITS OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES. NKRUMAH'S PRO-POOR POLICIES BAILED MILLIONS OF GHANAIANS OUT OF POVERTY. WE SHALL ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL TO NKRUMAH

ON THE CONTRARY, FOREIGNERS HAVE BEEN ENJOYING THE BENEFITS OF OUR RESOURCES SINCE THE OVERTHROW OF NKRUMAH IN 1966.

THOSE GHANAIANS WHO CONSPIRED WITH THE CIA TO OVERTHROW NKRUMAH SHOULD BOW DOWN THEIR HEADS IN SHAME DEAD OR ALIVE.
GHANAVIA 11 years ago

Kodzo Tamakloe (Torgbui of Whuti), you have become an empty barrel. How are you more knowledgeable than Casely Hayford? Enugo like you.

Kodzo Tamakloe (Torgbui of Whuti), you have become an empty barrel. How are you more knowledgeable than Casely Hayford? Enugo like you.
Kojo T 11 years ago

One think is certain and that is I am not a school dropout

One think is certain and that is I am not a school dropout
Krikri,, 11 years ago

This thing caled 'democracy' is an evil ploy by the West meant to create confusion, distrust, hatred and destruction among Africans so that they can control our resources. Do you think that most of the crazy things going - to ...
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This thing caled 'democracy' is an evil ploy by the West meant to create confusion, distrust, hatred and destruction among Africans so that they can control our resources. Do you think that most of the crazy things going - total indiscipline - on today could have taken place under the holy Angel, jj Rawlings? Who born dog?
Anne 11 years ago

Too much of our resources are being wasted on election every 4 year/2yr, we need a way out now

Too much of our resources are being wasted on election every 4 year/2yr, we need a way out now
Repugnant. 11 years ago

YOU ARE THE BEST.

YOU ARE THE BEST.
Gye Nyame 11 years ago

Until we revamp our institutions, it does not matter how long a leader stays in power, we will not move forward. In countries doing well, the emphasis is on the institutions in place and not so much who the leader is, though ...
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Until we revamp our institutions, it does not matter how long a leader stays in power, we will not move forward. In countries doing well, the emphasis is on the institutions in place and not so much who the leader is, though of course, you don't want a foolish leader. How did we gain from JJs long stay? If the country and the economy is doing well, changing leaders every 4 years is not a problem, it is really a small price to pay. Congressmen/women serve two years at a time in the US, this flushes out the idiots.
Nii 11 years ago

What we should call for is rather two thirds of parliamentarians should approve any proposal that is sent to parliament for approval. If you have leaders like JDM who will just borrow and spend our money bassists as we have ...
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What we should call for is rather two thirds of parliamentarians should approve any proposal that is sent to parliament for approval. If you have leaders like JDM who will just borrow and spend our money bassists as we have seen, then the country is bound to collapse or become like North Korea. We should also push for the election of DCE,s so that their constituents can rely on them effectively instead of the current situation where a president who is far away from the people dictates who should govern a district.
THE TRUTH 11 years ago

Now they want JJ :)

Now they want JJ :)
kwame dublin 11 years ago

nobody wants JJ -he was there for 19 years and what development did we get

nobody wants JJ -he was there for 19 years and what development did we get
123 11 years ago

Who needs that son of a cheap whore Rawlings ?

Who needs that son of a cheap whore Rawlings ?
kwame dublin 11 years ago

what on earth is he saying -- when we had Rawlings for a long time -- what did we get -- we lagged behind in economic gains --so what is he talking about

what on earth is he saying -- when we had Rawlings for a long time -- what did we get -- we lagged behind in economic gains --so what is he talking about
Obenfo 11 years ago

That is Ghana's misfortune. Jerry was charismatic but not a visionary. If Nkrumah had had Jerry's stability, we might have had a different Africa by the turn of the 20th Century.

That is Ghana's misfortune. Jerry was charismatic but not a visionary. If Nkrumah had had Jerry's stability, we might have had a different Africa by the turn of the 20th Century.
Obenfo 11 years ago

Unique situations call for unique approach. On the surface, Dictatorship is not a good thing. However, if a generation finds itself under a genuinely patriotic and a Visionary Dictator, the future of such people becomes far b ...
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Unique situations call for unique approach. On the surface, Dictatorship is not a good thing. However, if a generation finds itself under a genuinely patriotic and a Visionary Dictator, the future of such people becomes far better than being led by an Unpatriotic Traitor, or a Visionless Liberal.

Ghana's failure is that, the Country has been very unfortunate to have a lasting or persistent visionary leadership. And, such persistency can't be achieved with a Western-styled Democracy.

Western type of Democracy is premature and too rigid for a developing nation like Ghana which needs policy adjustments through reality and sound judgement.
Amoah Wade3 11 years ago

ghanaian are not ripe for democracy

as long as we vote on tribal line and NOT on ideological ideas, we are doomed to fail.

so what this wise man is saying is the right thing for us

we need JJ( the next best after N ...
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ghanaian are not ripe for democracy

as long as we vote on tribal line and NOT on ideological ideas, we are doomed to fail.

so what this wise man is saying is the right thing for us

we need JJ( the next best after Nkrumah) to run ghana for another 20 years.
kwame dublin 11 years ago

Kuffour did better than JJ even with only 8 years as compared to JJ's 19 years -- NDC is just wasting our time and by the time they leave office we might be back to HIPIC

Kuffour did better than JJ even with only 8 years as compared to JJ's 19 years -- NDC is just wasting our time and by the time they leave office we might be back to HIPIC
AFEVIA 11 years ago

KWAMI, WHAT YOU KNOW BUT INTENTIONALLY LEFT OUT IS THE GROUND WAS PREPARED BY RAWLINGS SO IT WAS EASIER FOR KUFFOUR TO PERFORM. DO YOU THINK KUFFOUR WOULD BE ABLE TO DO ANYTHING IF HE WERE TO BE PRESIDENT IN THE EARLY 80S? IF ...
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KWAMI, WHAT YOU KNOW BUT INTENTIONALLY LEFT OUT IS THE GROUND WAS PREPARED BY RAWLINGS SO IT WAS EASIER FOR KUFFOUR TO PERFORM. DO YOU THINK KUFFOUR WOULD BE ABLE TO DO ANYTHING IF HE WERE TO BE PRESIDENT IN THE EARLY 80S? IF RAWLINGS HAS NOT DONE ANYTHING FOR GHANA JUST ASK YOURSELF.IN THE EARLY DAYS OF RAWLINGS PRESIDENCY OVER ONE MILLION GHANAIANS WERE LIVING IN NIGERIA DUE TO BETTER ECONOMY. BY THE END OF HIS PRESIDENCY NIGERIANS HAVE FLOODED GHANA. WHY IS IT SO?
GHANAVIA 11 years ago

Listen to yourself, Fiifi Kwetey.
Rawlings prepared which ground for Kuffour for all his achievements; are you serious? Why couldn't Atta Mess Mills and Dumsor the exceptional corrupt Mahama continue where Kuffour left it an ...
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Listen to yourself, Fiifi Kwetey.
Rawlings prepared which ground for Kuffour for all his achievements; are you serious? Why couldn't Atta Mess Mills and Dumsor the exceptional corrupt Mahama continue where Kuffour left it and suddenly the nation's economy saw/sees a nose-dive?

Come again.
Grace 11 years ago

I couldn't agree with this article more! Africa is not ready for democratic governance. We don't need the excesses but a constitutional democracy will be perfect!

I couldn't agree with this article more! Africa is not ready for democratic governance. We don't need the excesses but a constitutional democracy will be perfect!
Paa Kweku 11 years ago

Four years under a bad president is bad enough.We may not be that lucky if we opt for constitutional dictatorship.It is even worse when they exit prematurely.Look at Venezuela.

Four years under a bad president is bad enough.We may not be that lucky if we opt for constitutional dictatorship.It is even worse when they exit prematurely.Look at Venezuela.
RETIRED MAN 11 years ago

IT HAS TAKEN MORE THAN 40 ARDUOUS YEARS FOR 'AN OPINION LEADER' TO STICK HIS NECK OUT TO ACKNOWLEDGE OPENLY THAT GHANAIANS WERE WRONG TO GET RID OF FORMER PRESIDENT NKRUMAH AND I AM HAPPY THAT IT IS MR. K.B. ASANTE. ON THAT ...
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IT HAS TAKEN MORE THAN 40 ARDUOUS YEARS FOR 'AN OPINION LEADER' TO STICK HIS NECK OUT TO ACKNOWLEDGE OPENLY THAT GHANAIANS WERE WRONG TO GET RID OF FORMER PRESIDENT NKRUMAH AND I AM HAPPY THAT IT IS MR. K.B. ASANTE. ON THAT SCORE, MAY I BE ALLOWED TO STATE THAT I WAS DISGUSTED WHEN I READ THAT NO LESS A PERSON THAN THE SON OF ARCHIE CASELY-HAYFORD,A CABINET MINISTER IN NKRUMAH'S GOVERNMENT WHO MADE THE UNFORTUNATE STATEMENT. I BELIEVE SYDNEY WAS PLAYING TO THE GALLERY.
YES, K.B. IS RIGHT BECAUSE HE HAS LIVED THROUGH ALL THE REGIMES AND WORKED WITH MR. RAWLINGS AND HE KNOWS THE SHORT-COMINGS OF OUR PAST LEADERS. THEY PROBABLY MEANT GOOD EXCEPT THAT THE TASK OF GOVERNMENT WAS FAR BEYOUND THEM.
NKRUMAH, ON THE OTHER HAND, CAME WITH A WELL THOUGHT-OUT PLAN LIKE LEE KWAN U HAD BUT THE U.G.C.C. LEADERS HAD THEIR IDEAS OF LORDING IT TO THE SEMI-LITERATE CITIZENS. IF THEY COULD NOT RUN THE COUNTRY THEIR WAY THEN NKRUMAH HAD TO BE SOLD OUT TO THE WESTERN POWERS.
AS MY LECTURER ONCE SAID, IF HE WAS NOT BRITISH HE WOULD HAVE WORSHIPPED NKRUMAH BECAUSE HE KNEW NKRUMAH WAS CAPABLE OF PROVING THAT GIVEN A FAIR CHANCE, THE BLACKMAN COULD BE SUCCESSFUL. HE SAID IF NKRUMAH HAD BEEN ALLOWED 10 MORE YEARS, HE COULD HAVE EITHER SUCCEEDED OR FAILED FOR ALL TO SEE.
YES, WHEN WE FIND THE RIGHT MAN, WE SHOULD GIVE HIM THE TIME IT TAKES TO ACHIEVE RESULTS. THANKS
NPP KWASEAFUO PARTY 11 years ago

Malaysia and Singapore are typical examples of what qualifies as "Constitutional Dictatorship". These countries broke through the mold under dictatorship and are now some of the countries that we look up to.

Malaysia and Singapore are typical examples of what qualifies as "Constitutional Dictatorship". These countries broke through the mold under dictatorship and are now some of the countries that we look up to.
SARPONG 11 years ago

Malaysia and Singapore did not become successful because of dictatorship but rather through sound economic policies unlike Nkrumah whose policies by 1962 was failing and the economy was going the opposite direction compared t ...
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Malaysia and Singapore did not become successful because of dictatorship but rather through sound economic policies unlike Nkrumah whose policies by 1962 was failing and the economy was going the opposite direction compared to what was going on in those countries. Don't be too simplistic.
Ghanavia 11 years ago

You have said it all. Nkrumah's economic policies were failing unlike the countries mentioned here. Ghana would have been like Zimbabwe by now if Nkrumah was not removed.

You have said it all. Nkrumah's economic policies were failing unlike the countries mentioned here. Ghana would have been like Zimbabwe by now if Nkrumah was not removed.
osei yaw - london 11 years ago

where does this "constitutional dictatorship" come from?; never heard of it

- what is known is 'elective dictatorship' (Lord Hailsham)

- with respect, it is still funny to say Kwame Nkrumah was a dictator

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where does this "constitutional dictatorship" come from?; never heard of it

- what is known is 'elective dictatorship' (Lord Hailsham)

- with respect, it is still funny to say Kwame Nkrumah was a dictator

Osei Wusu-Khanin/osei yaw - london
GOLD COAST 11 years ago

Sarpong(aka Catalyst, Cardinal, Houdini,Sam,Teacher,Ghanavi),stop showing your ignorance here.Tunku Abdul Rahman,the Founder and prime minister of Malaysia,passed PREVENTIVE DETENTION LAWS after independence - in order to cut ...
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Sarpong(aka Catalyst, Cardinal, Houdini,Sam,Teacher,Ghanavi),stop showing your ignorance here.Tunku Abdul Rahman,the Founder and prime minister of Malaysia,passed PREVENTIVE DETENTION LAWS after independence - in order to cut the legs and heads off the Malaysian terrorists(like the NLN/UP),who lost elections and resorted to violence. The British had to send in thousands of troops at one point to defend the government.In all,over 3,000 people died during the bombings, assassinations and consequent civil war. It was after the defeat of the terrorists,that Rahman was able to put Malaysia on the road to success,through infrastructure building,education, healtcare and attracting foreign investments.

Singapore also had its share of terrorism by the opposition(like NLM/UP). Lee Kuan Yew was forced to pass PREVENTIVE DETENTION LAWS to emasculate them and move on with development.Nehru (India) too had to pass detention laws and abolish the Maharaja class,in order to move the country forward.

In fact all three leaders above were members of the Non-Aligned Movement in the '60s - together with Nkrumah ,Nasser, Tito and Sukarno.

It was AFTER terrorism had been defeated in Malaysia and Singapore, that the governments there were able to implement NATION BUILDING policies,(the same policies that Nkrumah was implementing in Ghana before he was overthrown by Sarpong's tribal fathers, and friends.Note: Sarpong as a boy served at Manhyia, the same place where the terrorist NLM was born).He would DO WELL SHIPPING used cars to Ghana ,instead of continuously exposing his ignorance on Ghanaweb.

PEACE
Kosoko 11 years ago

Good to share that vital information. Those leaderships never have the luxury to imprison those seeking to throw their countries into chaos. They killed them.

Good to share that vital information. Those leaderships never have the luxury to imprison those seeking to throw their countries into chaos. They killed them.
NPP KWASEAFUO PARTY 11 years ago

I don't think this noisy guy read this statement by K.B. Asante.

"there was nothing wrong with having one president govern for a long time if that is what it will take a country to leap forward. “I’m not saying that y ...
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I don't think this noisy guy read this statement by K.B. Asante.

"there was nothing wrong with having one president govern for a long time if that is what it will take a country to leap forward. “I’m not saying that you needed one strong president for a long time but if that’s what we need, let’s have it,” he said."

SARPONG, how does a country "leap forward" without the good economic policies that K.B Asante talked about?

You were too quick to judge wrongly. It is no secret that Malaysia and Singapore at the crucial stage of their economic development lacked democracy but had leaders who "leaped forward" their economies through good economic policies.
NANAKATA 11 years ago

SYDNEY CASLEY HAYFORD WAS SO WRONG,BUT THAT DOES NOT MEAN THAT DICTATORSHIP BY ANY OTHER NAME CAN BE TOLERATED.
CORRECTION,INDIA AND MALAYSIA DO NOT HAVE DICTATORSHIPS;THEY HAVE GOVERNMENTS THAT HAVE BEEN VOTED TO POWER MANY ...
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SYDNEY CASLEY HAYFORD WAS SO WRONG,BUT THAT DOES NOT MEAN THAT DICTATORSHIP BY ANY OTHER NAME CAN BE TOLERATED.
CORRECTION,INDIA AND MALAYSIA DO NOT HAVE DICTATORSHIPS;THEY HAVE GOVERNMENTS THAT HAVE BEEN VOTED TO POWER MANY TIMES,UNLIKE ROBERT MUGABE'S ANTICS
MARGARET THATCHER SERVED(NEARLY)THREE TERMS IN OFFICE.THAT NEVER MADE HER GOVERNMENT A DICTATORSHIP
Sammi 11 years ago

YOU ARE OUT OF YOUR MIND

YOU ARE OUT OF YOUR MIND
BBC 11 years ago

I LIKE THIS, MR. K B

I LIKE THIS, MR. K B
Kwame 11 years ago

Queen Elizabeth of England,Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Folkland and Gibraltar has been the head of state of Great Britain since 1952. This is the reason why the saying that it is only Britain which can have dictatorship, ...
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Queen Elizabeth of England,Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Folkland and Gibraltar has been the head of state of Great Britain since 1952. This is the reason why the saying that it is only Britain which can have dictatorship, but other countries can not have it falls flat on the face.
Constitutional dictatorship means there is a universal adult suffrage and the people decide that they have a life president.
It is the right of citizens of a country to chose the type of government they desire, and that is done through universal adult suffrage.
Pontius Pilate 11 years ago

Completely out of touch Mr. Asante must rethink again. What has Africa gained from dictatorship regimes. Look at Cameroon, Zimbabwe, Uganda, and all the rest. Instead of addressing the root causes of the problem, he is lookin ...
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Completely out of touch Mr. Asante must rethink again. What has Africa gained from dictatorship regimes. Look at Cameroon, Zimbabwe, Uganda, and all the rest. Instead of addressing the root causes of the problem, he is looking at the symptoms. Weak institutions, inadequate human capacity, very bad and corrupt leadership with no vision at all is our bane and not at all the governance system. This factors even present under the best of dictatorships are bound to plunge a country into an abyss.

I strongly disagree with you Mr. Asante. Even with the kind of so called "flexible" democracy we claim to be practicing, look at how reckless and unaccountable our politicians are becoming to the extent that a sitting president can confidently say he will continue to borrow even if it is leading us nowhere.
BLACKMAN 11 years ago

THE BLACKMAN IS CAPABLE OF TAKING CARE OF HIS OWN AFFAIRS!!!!! LOOK AT MAHAMA GOING TO ALL OTHER COUNTRIES BEGGING FÖR MONEY TO SUPPORT GHANAS BUDGET, EVEN WANTING TO BORROW FROM A RUSSIAN BANK TO SHARE AMONG THEMSELVES, T ...
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THE BLACKMAN IS CAPABLE OF TAKING CARE OF HIS OWN AFFAIRS!!!!! LOOK AT MAHAMA GOING TO ALL OTHER COUNTRIES BEGGING FÖR MONEY TO SUPPORT GHANAS BUDGET, EVEN WANTING TO BORROW FROM A RUSSIAN BANK TO SHARE AMONG THEMSELVES, TOO ARROGANT, WANTED TO UNITE AND RULE AFRICA--HOW CAN YOU UNITE THE FRENCH ASSIMILATED AFRICA WHO HAVE EVEN LOST THEIR NATURAL LANGUAGE WITH THE PORTUGUESE AFRICAN, AND THE SPANISH AFRICAN AS WELL AS THE ARAB AFRICAN IN THE NORTH WHILE THEIR MASTERS- THE COLONIAL MASTERS LOOK ON..IT CAN NEVER HAPPEN.....HE WASTED ALL OUR MONEY FOR HIS QUEST TO BECOME THE ARROGANT THE IMPOSSIBLE BLACK AFRICAN PRESIDEN ...MAHAMA HAS SHOWN THAT THE BLACKMAN IS NOT CAPABLE OF MANAGING HIS OWN AFFAIRS, NO YOU HAVE TO RUN ARROUND BEGGING A WHITE MAN TO HELP YOU MANAGE THE BLACKMANS AFFAIRS
TROJAN 11 years ago

WHAT A CONFUSED OLDMAN.THIS BUGA BUGA SYSTEM CAN'T WORK."ÏAM NOT SAYING"BUT YOU HAVE FINISHED SAYING IT,THESE NKRUMANISM AND THEIR DICTATORSHIP.KWAME SAID FORWARD EVER SO WE ARE NOT GOING BACK AGAIN,IT DID WORK AND IT IS NOT ...
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WHAT A CONFUSED OLDMAN.THIS BUGA BUGA SYSTEM CAN'T WORK."ÏAM NOT SAYING"BUT YOU HAVE FINISHED SAYING IT,THESE NKRUMANISM AND THEIR DICTATORSHIP.KWAME SAID FORWARD EVER SO WE ARE NOT GOING BACK AGAIN,IT DID WORK AND IT IS NOT GOING TO WORK.PLEASE YOU HAVE A GOOD 90YEARS SO DON'T PUSH US INTO ANY TROUBLES BEFORE YOU LEAVE THE WORLD,YOU HAVE GOOD REPUTATION JUST KEEP THAT.DON'T LET PEOPLE CURSE YOUR SOUL WHEN YOU ARE IN YOUR GRAVE.AFRICAN PEOPLE ARE GREEDY AND WILL MISUSE THE SYSTEM AND LATER TURN BE A TERRIBLE DICTATOR.
TROJAN 11 years ago

IT DIDN'T WORK AND IT IS NOT GOING TO WORK.

IT DIDN'T WORK AND IT IS NOT GOING TO WORK.
KWADWO 11 years ago

TROJAN,PLEASE TELL US THE WAY FORWARD FOR GHANA,BECAUSE NOTHING IS WORKING NOW.LOOK STATE HOUSING COMPANY HAS JUST STARTED SELLING GHANA'S ASSETS TO THEMSELVES.WHERE IS GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST FOR T ...
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TROJAN,PLEASE TELL US THE WAY FORWARD FOR GHANA,BECAUSE NOTHING IS WORKING NOW.LOOK STATE HOUSING COMPANY HAS JUST STARTED SELLING GHANA'S ASSETS TO THEMSELVES.WHERE IS GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST FOR THE BOARD?
MENSAH 11 years ago

If K.B ASANTE,is still bewitched in NKRUMAISM,that is unfortunate and archaic,for the modern day GHANA.

Nkrumah was an icon,if industrialization is in the whole equation.
But in governance:
THE WORST,SO FAR,BECAUSE OF DI ...
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If K.B ASANTE,is still bewitched in NKRUMAISM,that is unfortunate and archaic,for the modern day GHANA.

Nkrumah was an icon,if industrialization is in the whole equation.
But in governance:
THE WORST,SO FAR,BECAUSE OF DICTATORSHIP,TOTALITARIAN RULE,SELFISHNESS,SELF-CONCEITED ATTITUDE etc.
We can't turn back the clock to wallow in dictatorship.
DEMOCRACY IS THE WAY FORWARD.
Yes,we will fall everyday,but we would also stand to fight to the end,until we succeed.
long live GHANA AND AFRICA.
Kofi 11 years ago

I hope those criticising KB will stop comparing Ghana with Malaysia AND Singapore. Mahathir Mohamad,1981-2003. Lee Kwan Yew, 1965-1990. Kwame Nkrumah, 1957-1966.

I hope those criticising KB will stop comparing Ghana with Malaysia AND Singapore. Mahathir Mohamad,1981-2003. Lee Kwan Yew, 1965-1990. Kwame Nkrumah, 1957-1966.
Kwame 11 years ago

Thank you Dr. Nkrumah after all this years they understand you now. RIP

Thank you Dr. Nkrumah after all this years they understand you now. RIP
Kwaku Amexo 11 years ago

Yes Africa and Ghana need to seriously think about what type of governance can take them to a different level.
For faster development we need benevolent dictatorship that can allow free economy. Africa is not ready for "demo ...
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Yes Africa and Ghana need to seriously think about what type of governance can take them to a different level.
For faster development we need benevolent dictatorship that can allow free economy. Africa is not ready for "democracy"
Take a cue from UAE, Mubarack era for Egypt,Indonesia, Malaysia , Singapore. It took America hundreds of years to get to the current state of democracy and development. With UAE, a couple of decades to become economic force to recon with. Wealth should be created before it can be shared. When Ghana develops then we can think of democracy. Ghana is practicing mockery democracy and waste of money and resources . Traditionally Africa is ruled by kings and chiefs which makes western type of democracy very difficult to practice. If we have one strong leader and put in place structures to get regions select their leaders, districts select theirs and form a different type of system of governance we can advance faster than the European style democracy. Europe is different and it is about time we look into our strengths and stop patronizing stuff that will not help us.
Kofi Dubai 11 years ago

Old age is usually associated with knowledge but here we are with an exception. Mr Asante we're no more in the dark age. what impact has Mugabe made so far with this stupid ideology.Never again in Ghana.

Old age is usually associated with knowledge but here we are with an exception. Mr Asante we're no more in the dark age. what impact has Mugabe made so far with this stupid ideology.Never again in Ghana.
Bugov 11 years ago

Dictatorship is never helpful in any shape or form. Nkrumah could have achieved more for Ghana, had he not resorted to dictatorial tendencies. Our longest dictator, JJ, messed us up by destroying our private sector. Entrepren ...
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Dictatorship is never helpful in any shape or form. Nkrumah could have achieved more for Ghana, had he not resorted to dictatorial tendencies. Our longest dictator, JJ, messed us up by destroying our private sector. Entrepreneurs who were thriving and providing jobs were branded Kalabules and their hard-earned property were confiscated and some of them even lost their lives. Please KB you have served Ghana well and don't tarnish your image with this idea.
JAMIL MOHAMED 11 years ago

OLD FOOL RAWLINGS WAS THE LONGEST SERVING DICTATOR HE MESSED UP OVER 17 AND YEARS GHANA WAS UP SIDE DOWN HE ONLY BROUGHT DISRESPECT , STEALING PILLAGING , BULLYING AND CORRUPTION. SO MR K B ASANTE SHUT UP !!!!!!!!

OLD FOOL RAWLINGS WAS THE LONGEST SERVING DICTATOR HE MESSED UP OVER 17 AND YEARS GHANA WAS UP SIDE DOWN HE ONLY BROUGHT DISRESPECT , STEALING PILLAGING , BULLYING AND CORRUPTION. SO MR K B ASANTE SHUT UP !!!!!!!!
Kwame 11 years ago

Fellows , what happened to libya in he long run????

Fellows , what happened to libya in he long run????
' and Jesus wept ' 11 years ago

Amen! If that's what it takes. Houphet Boigney ruled for 35 years and took over the cocoa production from Ghana plus other development for Ivory Coast. Some push for democracy just to steal from the people.

Amen! If that's what it takes. Houphet Boigney ruled for 35 years and took over the cocoa production from Ghana plus other development for Ivory Coast. Some push for democracy just to steal from the people.
Victor 11 years ago

The aftermath is usually unpleasant to most countries that follow that path. Soviet Union, Ivory Coast, Libya, Congo, Uganda, Cambodia, Liberia, etc. Can't you compare Ghana' s 19 years under Rawlings and 8 years under Kufour ...
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The aftermath is usually unpleasant to most countries that follow that path. Soviet Union, Ivory Coast, Libya, Congo, Uganda, Cambodia, Liberia, etc. Can't you compare Ghana' s 19 years under Rawlings and 8 years under Kufour .?
' and Jesus wept ' 11 years ago

Putting politics aside, if Nkrumah had been left alone, we wouldn't be facing all these difficulties and that's what KB is talking about. He knows cause he's been there.

Putting politics aside, if Nkrumah had been left alone, we wouldn't be facing all these difficulties and that's what KB is talking about. He knows cause he's been there.
Kwame 11 years ago

What has museivinni done for uganda after 28 years in power.Absolute power corrupts, simple!!!

What has museivinni done for uganda after 28 years in power.Absolute power corrupts, simple!!!
OSIAHENE Darko-Obiri 11 years ago

The man is 90 yrs old. All he can think of is that under Nkrumah's constitutional dictatorship he s was among the previledged few. No matter if the majority was being frogmarched like zombies to nowhere.
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The man is 90 yrs old. All he can think of is that under Nkrumah's constitutional dictatorship he s was among the previledged few. No matter if the majority was being frogmarched like zombies to nowhere.
This man ought to be held in great respect at this noble age. But I'm afraid for the few times I've had to deal w him, however remotely, he's come across as some alien, totally oblivious of his surroundings except when he is centre stage. You grow old and wiser but this is just the opposite
TROJAN 11 years ago

I THINK HE IS BECOMING LIKE A CHILD OF 5YEARS ONLY HIS THUMB IS NOT IN HIS MOUTH,HE WANTS US TO GO BACK TO NKRUMAH BUGA-BUGA GOVERNANCE.THE MAN IS DREAMING OF HIS YOUTH WHEN YOUNG PIONEERS USED TO BETRAY THEIR FAMILIES.OLDMAN ...
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I THINK HE IS BECOMING LIKE A CHILD OF 5YEARS ONLY HIS THUMB IS NOT IN HIS MOUTH,HE WANTS US TO GO BACK TO NKRUMAH BUGA-BUGA GOVERNANCE.THE MAN IS DREAMING OF HIS YOUTH WHEN YOUNG PIONEERS USED TO BETRAY THEIR FAMILIES.OLDMAN'S BACKWARD MENTALITY.
Victor 11 years ago

Why crave for something which has failed the world over? All the examples you have given changed from the dictatorship . Good governance can never be substituted for any form of dictatorship.

Why crave for something which has failed the world over? All the examples you have given changed from the dictatorship . Good governance can never be substituted for any form of dictatorship.
Kwame Angel 11 years ago

All we got were, murders, thievery, unlimited and unrestricted corruption, PV Obeng Konadu Rawlings, Kodzo Tsikata, Ahwois. Oh, and we have trash-talking Asiedu Nketia. How good are these for Ghana?

All we got were, murders, thievery, unlimited and unrestricted corruption, PV Obeng Konadu Rawlings, Kodzo Tsikata, Ahwois. Oh, and we have trash-talking Asiedu Nketia. How good are these for Ghana?
Nyamekye 11 years ago

At the end of his vist to Europe, the Chinses president said that, they have for decades, practise democracy, federalism, monarchy and the rest but none have worked for them than what they have in place now. A bit of dictato ...
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At the end of his vist to Europe, the Chinses president said that, they have for decades, practise democracy, federalism, monarchy and the rest but none have worked for them than what they have in place now. A bit of dictatorship and a bit of the so called democracy. Until we have a very strong man who can take the bull by the horn, Ghana will continue in this directions. As for that foolish Hayford, I am not going to waste my precious time on IT.
Tribology 11 years ago

Until we have a strong man?
Are you sure?
And even then what makes you think that the people in china were happy until recently when they started practising democracy?
When you finish come back so that we can talk about ...
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Until we have a strong man?
Are you sure?
And even then what makes you think that the people in china were happy until recently when they started practising democracy?
When you finish come back so that we can talk about the abuses in that country.
Brobbsnet-USA 11 years ago

Thinking Voters who can punish the president by allowing ONLY 4-years for all BAD-CORRUPT leaders will set the country free.

Thinking Voters who can punish the president by allowing ONLY 4-years for all BAD-CORRUPT leaders will set the country free.
GHANABA 11 years ago

The price of democracy is costly and we will fight for it just as we fought in the Second World War.

The price of democracy is costly and we will fight for it just as we fought in the Second World War.
O.B Obiba 11 years ago

I think Mr Asante has some form of Dementia. What we need is for the people of Ghana to rise up against corruption in Government, stupidity in Government, nepotism and tribalism. Mr Asante, I believe served Ghana well, but ...
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I think Mr Asante has some form of Dementia. What we need is for the people of Ghana to rise up against corruption in Government, stupidity in Government, nepotism and tribalism. Mr Asante, I believe served Ghana well, but I am certain from this comment that he does not have the brain power now to advice anybody. Please retire gracefully.
jojo 11 years ago

The Asian countries are doing well because religion has played a minor to no role in their government.

Blame religion for the problems of America.

A black man bowing to the God of a white man...

The Asian countries are doing well because religion has played a minor to no role in their government.

Blame religion for the problems of America.

A black man bowing to the God of a white man...
Einstein 11 years ago

Amen, but we are in the twenty first century.

Amen, but we are in the twenty first century.
Dan Kosowah 11 years ago

Lets face it, this whiteman's democratic bullshit does not work for Ablackaman. As a matter of fact it is only practiced in very few countries. The Majority go by the way Nkrumah did. One president. Look around you Mubarak, G ...
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Lets face it, this whiteman's democratic bullshit does not work for Ablackaman. As a matter of fact it is only practiced in very few countries. The Majority go by the way Nkrumah did. One president. Look around you Mubarak, Ghadaffi, Saudi King, Russia, China, North Korea, You name it. One head of state for life, and they are much happier than Ghana, trying this democratic bull. The Asante hene, why don't we have one every 4 years. Democratic system work for some countries but not for Africans, Period.
Akomadan Adjei Nkansah Belgium 11 years ago

TWEAAAAAAAAAAA,APUUUUTO,CRIMINALS,CORRUPT MAHAMA COLLAPSING,SINKING NO NO NO,

TWEAAAAAAAAAAA,APUUUUTO,CRIMINALS,CORRUPT MAHAMA COLLAPSING,SINKING NO NO NO,
Bomfaboy 11 years ago

Clearly KB has passed his prime, and not see to understand the 21st century well. Probably in early dementia. It's about time he just rest at home and dictate to his grand children. Have we not known and seen what dictators ...
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Clearly KB has passed his prime, and not see to understand the 21st century well. Probably in early dementia. It's about time he just rest at home and dictate to his grand children. Have we not known and seen what dictators have done to us already? Grandpa, the old Ghanaian thinking where the elder speaks and no one else talk is long gone.
Sam 11 years ago

Why would any right thinking human being want a dictatorship? Obviously this man was a beneficiary under Normal so he does not see anything wrong with being under a dictatorship.

Why would any right thinking human being want a dictatorship? Obviously this man was a beneficiary under Normal so he does not see anything wrong with being under a dictatorship.
MARCUS AMPADU 11 years ago

I strongly disagree with our nonagenarian.
What we need is a democratic government, with a strong non-insulting opposition ready to form the next government if the reigning government is denied the mandate to rule.

For th ...
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I strongly disagree with our nonagenarian.
What we need is a democratic government, with a strong non-insulting opposition ready to form the next government if the reigning government is denied the mandate to rule.

For this to work we need a well-educated civil society,technocrats and pressure groups devoid of tribal and religious affiliations.
DR. ALLONTEY JONES 11 years ago

You forgot to mention a well educated press and discerning citizens.

You forgot to mention a well educated press and discerning citizens.
GHANAVIA 11 years ago

For some years now, I have followed your contribution on this web site. There is no doubt on mind that NDC and their Leaders are absolute failures; yet over the period you supported them and sometimes vilified the NPP and the ...
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For some years now, I have followed your contribution on this web site. There is no doubt on mind that NDC and their Leaders are absolute failures; yet over the period you supported them and sometimes vilified the NPP and their Leadership. Now my question for you is, are you very satisfied with your position taken as far as Ghana's well-being is concerned? My sentiment and question is in good faith; please note.
MARCUS AMPADU 11 years ago

Thank you Ghanavia for not lacing me insults as is predictably done by the unthinking people who don't share your views.

For your information, I don't subscribe to the views of the NDC, neither do I blindly tow the line of ...
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Thank you Ghanavia for not lacing me insults as is predictably done by the unthinking people who don't share your views.

For your information, I don't subscribe to the views of the NDC, neither do I blindly tow the line of the NPP. Practically all the political parties are too myopic, largely tribalistic, neo-colonialist, lacking foresight and sustainable planning.

J am waiting for a party that truly is democratic and sincerely plans for the future.
Tomorrow's Party, so to speak.

Thank you Ghanavia for following me and reading my pieces and giving me the opportunity to sound off.
MINOR CASE 11 years ago

Oh , your only problem is the insulting opposition ? How about the winner takes all syndrome we have , the abject illiteracy and poverty of the masses , which are taken advantage of by these so called political parties and yo ...
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Oh , your only problem is the insulting opposition ? How about the winner takes all syndrome we have , the abject illiteracy and poverty of the masses , which are taken advantage of by these so called political parties and you think the multiparty Weatern system is good for us. The average Ghanaian is incapable of making informed decisions. I remember in the elections that propelled Dr. Limann to power, one party had the palm tree as it's symbol and during the campaign it's field officers in the villages were extolling the many good uses of the palm tree as a reason to vote for the party with that symbol and the gullible villagers were nodding their heads in agreement. The greater number of our people do not understand what Western democracy is . Just listen to the talk shows on our radio stations and you wonder why we are so cursed to have these uncouth polititians, remember the Tweea MCE ?
chims 11 years ago

what a constitutional IDIOT !!!!!!!!

what a constitutional IDIOT !!!!!!!!
bontua 11 years ago

That's dangerous. Can you ever trust such a person?
I thought this man was smart but had no idea he could make such a crass statement.
Why not compare and discuss a system such as federalism and the Ghana chieftancy syste ...
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That's dangerous. Can you ever trust such a person?
I thought this man was smart but had no idea he could make such a crass statement.
Why not compare and discuss a system such as federalism and the Ghana chieftancy system so that you can come up with a new improved model? Or even look at what Denmark and Norway have because they are very successful?

I dare you to take one look at any african government that has stayed the course over long periods and achieved anything useful. No military government nor anyone else. And how dare you place Nkrumah into that category? What that man did is par excellence with infrastructures and factories to propel the nation into a powerhouse. No other has had the balls nor mental ability even with all their academia, self importance or wisdom to manage or intensify a nation to do likewise. And Please don't even mention JJ.

Unless I've misread this, do you mean to tell us that people like Bongo, Nguema, Dos Santos, Mugabe, Museveni, Mswati, Compaore, Al-Beshir and Itno propelled their countries into wonderful developed/developing states ?

what we have now is good. Come and try. If you succeed, you get another chance. If not, you can go home. If you really mess up in your first 2 years, then step aside.
AGYABA 11 years ago

What is Mr KB Asante saying? Rawlings ruled for almost 20years and what was his Legacy? HIPC and tribalism supported by late Kofi Awonnor and his TRIBAL BOOK. There is nothing like constitutional Democracy.

What is Mr KB Asante saying? Rawlings ruled for almost 20years and what was his Legacy? HIPC and tribalism supported by late Kofi Awonnor and his TRIBAL BOOK. There is nothing like constitutional Democracy.
Kwaku A. Danso 11 years ago

And so how do we ensure the person elected will love Ghana as Kwame Nkrumah did, despite his mistake?
The best way is to have a decentralized system where local town and district and regional leaders are elected as well as n ...
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And so how do we ensure the person elected will love Ghana as Kwame Nkrumah did, despite his mistake?
The best way is to have a decentralized system where local town and district and regional leaders are elected as well as national President.
Bell Nono 11 years ago

Sydney Casely-Hayford is another confused elite of our dear country, who is misusing what he learn.

Sydney Casely-Hayford is another confused elite of our dear country, who is misusing what he learn.
Akwasi 11 years ago

Got to North Korea! You're a big beast. You need to die now. Fuck you again!

Got to North Korea! You're a big beast. You need to die now. Fuck you again!
F A Akosah 11 years ago

If u have this old men pushing this dirty agenda at this times somebody greediness has landed the country into this mess then we have problem.Can u explain to us the way John Mahama spent the country money on last elections i ...
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If u have this old men pushing this dirty agenda at this times somebody greediness has landed the country into this mess then we have problem.Can u explain to us the way John Mahama spent the country money on last elections if it were his late father had sweat money he will do that.This kind of egocentric mind of some people will not take this country any where.when this gentleman was spending the money u guys where all around n u come back say this stuffs,u are the reason why we are not developing.If Mahama dare tries we galvanise every resources to overthrow him,even right now the grounds are very fertile for coup.
Kofi 11 years ago

Exactly

Exactly
KKO 11 years ago

Wofa KB,
North Korea is looking for gereatric fighters in its people's army. Why don't you send an application? Neareer home, Yahya Jammeh is looking for retired men and women who will carry him around town once in a while. ...
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Wofa KB,
North Korea is looking for gereatric fighters in its people's army. Why don't you send an application? Neareer home, Yahya Jammeh is looking for retired men and women who will carry him around town once in a while. Are you up for it?

I saw a bit of what Kwame Nkrumah's security apparatus did to people, and lived through Jerry Rawlings's armed robbery. I wouldn't want my grandchildren to experience any of that.

It is bad enough when ignoramuses elect clueless thieves like Mahama. Please spare us that nonesense!!!
The truth 11 years ago

Omg we will be screwed. This idea will only work if the leader is good

Omg we will be screwed. This idea will only work if the leader is good
Whatever 11 years ago

I prefer a constitutional dictator which brings up tangible progress to people than a democracy which brings nothing

I prefer a constitutional dictator which brings up tangible progress to people than a democracy which brings nothing
Tribology 11 years ago

And you really think you'll find such a person in today's world? And when you get bullied and beaten into a submissive state to earn little and have everything owned by the state, who you gonna call? Oh! Yes,.. lets call KB A ...
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And you really think you'll find such a person in today's world? And when you get bullied and beaten into a submissive state to earn little and have everything owned by the state, who you gonna call? Oh! Yes,.. lets call KB Asante.
Are you really thinking of your future and towards leaving a legacy for your kids and grand kids or are you staring inside an empty bottle of whisky?
Mike Gizo 11 years ago

This man is a tribal bigot n a biased political commentator-always talking for ndc n fueling tribalism against Ashantis.
Drop that Asante name youve borrowed m give us peace of mind!!!

This man is a tribal bigot n a biased political commentator-always talking for ndc n fueling tribalism against Ashantis.
Drop that Asante name youve borrowed m give us peace of mind!!!
Georgee 11 years ago

It can never happen. Any such attempt will bring disintegration. How can this cross your mind. The days when some of you behave like black Europeans at Flagstaff house is gone with the wind.

It can never happen. Any such attempt will bring disintegration. How can this cross your mind. The days when some of you behave like black Europeans at Flagstaff house is gone with the wind.
Nana Yaw Koram 11 years ago

I THINK KB IS COMPLETELY OUT OF ORDER.
IF HE THINKS EDUCATION IS TOO EXPENSIVE TRY IGNORANCE. WE DO NOT NEED A DICTATOR. WE NEED THE RIGHT PRESIDENT AND THE RIGHT PEOPLE TO GOVERN THE COUNTRY AND FIX THE PROBLEMS.

I THINK KB IS COMPLETELY OUT OF ORDER.
IF HE THINKS EDUCATION IS TOO EXPENSIVE TRY IGNORANCE. WE DO NOT NEED A DICTATOR. WE NEED THE RIGHT PRESIDENT AND THE RIGHT PEOPLE TO GOVERN THE COUNTRY AND FIX THE PROBLEMS.
Enoch. O 11 years ago

I quite agree with K B Asante. Here in the western world, it happens all the time, and nobody says anything. In Canada here one of the most progressive and rich provinces has had a one party rule forever. That province drives ...
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I quite agree with K B Asante. Here in the western world, it happens all the time, and nobody says anything. In Canada here one of the most progressive and rich provinces has had a one party rule forever. That province drives the employment of the whole country. The only thing with Ghana is there are these so-called democrats who will always be listening to the Western World, and be causing a lot of trouble. Constitutional Dictatorship should not mean one man forever whether he/she is good or bad, but changes within the Party will have to keep the ball rolling as the years grind on. Even good opposition members could be invited to hold positions within the government. This democracy that we are adjusting to is very foreign to Africa, and it is about time that we do something about it. After all our local Chiefs, Illiterate/Educated, have held our country together all these years. We can survive an African type rule if we put our mind to it. Long live Africa.
Kofi Mossi 11 years ago

These are the same men who advised Nkrumah wrongly and badly

These are the same men who advised Nkrumah wrongly and badly
JACK 11 years ago

I think K.B Asante is out of Mind. Why should he insinuate and make such an abominable suggestions.He should be sued for blasphemy and evil Insinuation

I think K.B Asante is out of Mind. Why should he insinuate and make such an abominable suggestions.He should be sued for blasphemy and evil Insinuation
IDI AMIN DADA 11 years ago

I TOLD YOU SO!

I TOLD YOU SO!
GH-Atheist 11 years ago

His views are old and backward.

Stronger Democracy and Free Press now.

His views are old and backward.

Stronger Democracy and Free Press now.
VICKY LEE BENTON 11 years ago

HIS BRAIN IS SQUASHED.

HIS BRAIN IS SQUASHED.
Abrekyie ba UK 11 years ago

Now is Emmanuel Akwasi Kotoka ewe man that lead Nkrumah overthrown but not an Ashanti-ni AKWASI AMANKWAA AFRIFA,

Now is Emmanuel Akwasi Kotoka ewe man that lead Nkrumah overthrown but not an Ashanti-ni AKWASI AMANKWAA AFRIFA,
mensah abrampa 11 years ago

The native americans say"when you talk too much your tongue makes you dumb". K. B.is struggling to legitimize Nkrumah's dictatorship. Perhaps Malaysia, Singapore, India andthe few others are the exception more than the rule. ...
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The native americans say"when you talk too much your tongue makes you dumb". K. B.is struggling to legitimize Nkrumah's dictatorship. Perhaps Malaysia, Singapore, India andthe few others are the exception more than the rule. We had Rawlings for about 20 years with absolute power most of the time. We all saw what happened. There's nothing as a perfect democracy. Democracy evolves and it's nurtured like you'd a child. We need to learn from our mistakes. God made us imperfect but He expects us to grow up towards perfection. It's only fools who refuse to learn from their mistakes. I hope KB is not inferring that we are all fools. We must give democracy a chance to survive and flourish for it's our best hope .
francis 11 years ago

what is this man talking about? what did jj achieve after 20yrs dictatorship? achaempong's 7yrs? what have zimbabwe, togo, cameroon, etc, you name them, achieved?

what is this man talking about? what did jj achieve after 20yrs dictatorship? achaempong's 7yrs? what have zimbabwe, togo, cameroon, etc, you name them, achieved?
KK Andrew 11 years ago

Well KB is a 90 year old mind that belong in the old world

Well KB is a 90 year old mind that belong in the old world
koffie 11 years ago

WHY WHY WHY WHY

WHY WHY WHY WHY
Ghanaba 11 years ago

Oh Ghana! We dont finish with one process and then we move on to the next. Just playing draught with our time. UK has parliamentary and monarchy, Germany has chancelor and president, USA has presidency, every where in the wor ...
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Oh Ghana! We dont finish with one process and then we move on to the next. Just playing draught with our time. UK has parliamentary and monarchy, Germany has chancelor and president, USA has presidency, every where in the world people keep to one system and work to perfect albeit the inherent shorfalls.
In Ghana, we have had every type of government under the sun and we are still proposing new ones. Lord Have Mercy On Us! For want of knowledge my people perish...the good book says.
Samuel Asare-Nkansah(USA) 11 years ago

The root causes of the problem(s) in Ghana are 1)LACK OF LEADERSHIP.The presidents we have been voting into the castle of flagstaff house are more of managers and ceremonial presidents. They come into office just to enjoy the ...
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The root causes of the problem(s) in Ghana are 1)LACK OF LEADERSHIP.The presidents we have been voting into the castle of flagstaff house are more of managers and ceremonial presidents. They come into office just to enjoy the title and act as managers i.e maintain the status quo instead of vision to come up new new ideas in a framework of continuous improvement.To suggest dictatorship is stupid. 2)SELFISHNESS--These presidents get into office relatively poor but at the end of their tenure, they get filthy rich at the expense of the lowly waged workers.They think they were voted into the office to enrich themselves forgetting that they had been chosen to have the plight of the common worker at heart.These presidents are smart i.e they know their responsibilities and the difference between right or wrong but choose to consider themselves and their households first.Look at how a stupid clause was inserted into the constitution to protect the Ghanaian president and his cabinet from paying taxes.The successive presidents knew that it was wrong but they chose to do nothing about it but to enjoy the advantage but recently.IS THIS FAIR?
3)MARGINAL GROWTH IN THE PRODUCTION AREA.Attempts must be made to shrink the wage bill and create more jobs.If the GDP is 15 billion and the wage bill is 11 billion, tells me there is waste in the system which must be eradicated. Ghana is a beautiful country full of resources.We shouldn't be suffering.
KA 11 years ago

Rubbish talk!!! If this theory holds true, then Zimbabawe will be the richest country in Africa, and indeed the World. On the contrary, Mugabe has made that country one of the poorest nation on earth.

Rubbish talk!!! If this theory holds true, then Zimbabawe will be the richest country in Africa, and indeed the World. On the contrary, Mugabe has made that country one of the poorest nation on earth.
ROCKET PROPELLED GRENADE LAUNCHER 11 years ago

Imagine a clueless, visionless, incompetent, thieving NDC looting brigade led by John Mahama operating under a constitutional dictatorship for life?
In just 6 years of the NDC gov't, Ghana has been buried on the back of thi ...
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Imagine a clueless, visionless, incompetent, thieving NDC looting brigade led by John Mahama operating under a constitutional dictatorship for life?
In just 6 years of the NDC gov't, Ghana has been buried on the back of thievery, looting, and sheer unbridled incompetence.
It has taken the magnanimity of Ghanaians and their patience and forbearance and the fact that, the constitution provides for a change of gov't in 2016, either than that, this NDC gov't would have kissed the Presidency goodbye a long time ago.
Under no circumstances whatsoever, should those dynamics be changed, not even thought off, if the relative quietness and seeming stability of the country is to prevail.
It was not and is not for anything that, the constitution provides for a 4 year mandate to perform to deliver, emphasis on perform (1), and (2), to deliver.
There will be no constitutional dictatorship in Ghana. The day it rears it's head, it would be overthrown, period.
ABUSUA PANIN 11 years ago

Why we revisit these debates at all suggests to me that this country is not going anywhere in a very long time. This Asante coot should stop his nonsensical diatribes and should go the way Kpegah has gone:keep quiet. Why can' ...
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Why we revisit these debates at all suggests to me that this country is not going anywhere in a very long time. This Asante coot should stop his nonsensical diatribes and should go the way Kpegah has gone:keep quiet. Why can't we have a progressive strong leadership with a crack thinking team that comes in every four years to whip our problems into shape? Why can't we get away from the same old lame ineffective leadership instead of retrogressing to dictatorship. We should be more aspirationally directed rather than falling behind and trudging old tropes out through these idiotic commentators.
Igp 11 years ago

Your time has run out. We applaud your service to Ghana. The dictatorship will be over our dead bodies. This is how recalcitrant pick up arms to overthrow dictators. Never again in Ghana after Kutu and Rawlings.

Your time has run out. We applaud your service to Ghana. The dictatorship will be over our dead bodies. This is how recalcitrant pick up arms to overthrow dictators. Never again in Ghana after Kutu and Rawlings.
Oheneba osei Yaw Akoto 11 years ago

his ancestors were slave trading middlemen. he is an idiot.

his ancestors were slave trading middlemen. he is an idiot.

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