The microcosm of the macrocosm is fish rot from its head, anaa get the head and the body will follow - what a heck!
I wouldn't even say anything about the executive, parliament o ... read full comment
To whom much is given, much is required.
The microcosm of the macrocosm is fish rot from its head, anaa get the head and the body will follow - what a heck!
I wouldn't even say anything about the executive, parliament or policies.
Tweaaaaaaaaaaaa.
GHANA 10 years ago
WE ARE ALL CORRUPT
WE ARE ALL CORRUPT
AKONFEM JDM ATOPAHENE 10 years ago
MAHAMA,AND HIS WIFE ARE NUMBER ONE IN GHANA HISTORY WHAT A SHAMEFUL CRIMINALS,KILLED MILLS FOR POWER,MAHAMA HANDS ARE BLOOD MUST CIME CLEAN,PERIOD
MAHAMA,AND HIS WIFE ARE NUMBER ONE IN GHANA HISTORY WHAT A SHAMEFUL CRIMINALS,KILLED MILLS FOR POWER,MAHAMA HANDS ARE BLOOD MUST CIME CLEAN,PERIOD
COMFORT 10 years ago
POLITICAL POWER IS MEANT TO RUN THE STATE AND FIGHT CORRUPTION NOT TO BE THE CARETAKER OF THE STATE WHO GETS BUSY TO TEAM UP WITH CRIMINALS TO CREATE LOOT AND SHARE...ITS VERY WICKED TO DO THAT JUST LIKE A DOCTOR U TRUST TAK ... read full comment
POLITICAL POWER IS MEANT TO RUN THE STATE AND FIGHT CORRUPTION NOT TO BE THE CARETAKER OF THE STATE WHO GETS BUSY TO TEAM UP WITH CRIMINALS TO CREATE LOOT AND SHARE...ITS VERY WICKED TO DO THAT JUST LIKE A DOCTOR U TRUST TAKING ADVANTAGE OF U TO RAPE U...NDC IS RAPING GHANA BIG TIME INSTEAD OF USING THE MANDATES WE GAVE THEM TO PROTECT US..AND JOHN MAHAMA IS THE WORST CULPRIT HERE...EVERYBODY IN NDC SHD KNOW THAT WHEN VOTED INTO POWER, YOU ARE GIVEN THE MANDATE AND POWER TO LEAD THE COUNTRY AND PROTECT ITS PROPERTY,,,,SO NDC HAS THE POWER TO APPOINT BOARD MEMBERS AND TO REWARD AND TO PUNISH AS AND WHEN IT IS NECESSARY...LIKEWISE THEY GENERALLY HAVE THE POWER TO RUN THE COUNTRY COMMONSENSICALLY.....BUT WHAT WE SEE IS AN NDC WHICH IS OUR TO ALSO USE NPP SHORTCOMINGS TO JUSTIFY THEIR THIEVERY AND CORRUPTION AND PLUNDER OF STATE RESOURCES....WHAT SORT OF STUPIIIIIIIIDITY IS THIS?.....VERY VERY STUPID INDEED....AND TO MAKE MATTERS WORSE, WE GET JJ RAWLINGS WHO KILLED PEOPLE FOR FRIVOLOUS REASONS, RATHER CHOOSING TO ATTACK KUFFUOR FOR THE SINS OF ATTAMILLS AND JOHN MAHAMA....WHAT MANNER OF STUPIDITY IS THIS AT ALL.....WELL LET IT BE KNOWN TO THE IGNORAMUSES IN NDC THAT, WHEN THEIR LEADERSHIP LOOT AND STATE AND CREATES POVERTY EVERYWHERE, IT IS THE POOREST WHO SUFFER MOST, AND THE POOREST ARE IN NDC STRONGHOLDS OF VOLTA, NORTHERN, CENTRAL REGIONS OF GHANA WHO VOTED MASSIVELY FOR THEM TO COME AND ESURE EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE, BUT NOT TO COME AND LOOT THRO MAHAMA FAMILY AND FRIENDS, GYEEDA, SADA, WOYOME, SUBAH, FORTIZ, WATERVILLE, ISOFOTON, ETC ETC....WHAT SORT OF STUPIDITY IS THIS AT ALL NDC?......WISE UP WISE UP AND ENSURE GOOD GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN ORDER TO SAVE US WHO VOTED FOR U MASSIVELY FROM POVERTY.....UR GREED, SELFISHNNESS AND THIEVERY AND CORRUPTION IS DESTROYING THE COUNTRY AND DESTROYING WE THE POOR MOST OF ALL.
Agyeman 10 years ago
Ghanaians are corrupt bcoz they don't like hard work.I see this trait in everyday life- its easier defecating in the open,easier to be corrupt,easier to just trash our towns and easier to vote "our own' than vote strictly on ... read full comment
Ghanaians are corrupt bcoz they don't like hard work.I see this trait in everyday life- its easier defecating in the open,easier to be corrupt,easier to just trash our towns and easier to vote "our own' than vote strictly on merit.Even the way we put roadside shacks or maintain our homes poorly tells me that Ghanaians always look for the easiest way out.The problem is(and by extention ,the blindness of Ghanaians)the easier you sow,the lesser your rewards.Thats why you find the more corrupt countries are all at the bottom ranks.Thus if we're corrupt,our poverty is very much by choice.
K buggy 10 years ago
Bravo
Bravo
MARCUS AMPADU 10 years ago
Is corruption synonymous with bribery?
I think so. The act of giving and accepting bribery is ingrained in our culture. One is expected to "do something", offer "gorro" for a service rendered; it becomes, unfortunately, a le ... read full comment
Is corruption synonymous with bribery?
I think so. The act of giving and accepting bribery is ingrained in our culture. One is expected to "do something", offer "gorro" for a service rendered; it becomes, unfortunately, a learned behaviour because you see everybody doing it. I believe we are doing the right thing by talking about it. I sincerely wish we could - all of us - address our corruption/bribery problem as candidly and truthfully as how Mandela tackled South Africa's racial problem by setting up the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, creating a forum for all South Africans to come unconditionally to talk about their problems. Maybe we aren't matured enough to do that.
Amedzo 10 years ago
Corruption is our second nature-the African culture that is.It is so hypocritical for any Ghanaian to mount the high horse and start pointing accusing fingers at others when he/she is a major player also.Unless a government s ... read full comment
Corruption is our second nature-the African culture that is.It is so hypocritical for any Ghanaian to mount the high horse and start pointing accusing fingers at others when he/she is a major player also.Unless a government starts punishing the culprits this corruption will never stop because everybody engages in corrupt practices as a bribe giver or taker.We are so hypocritical.Change must come when we all stop being corrupt.!
Patriot 10 years ago
The little guy at the ministries who has to pass on your application to the next in the chain of command has to be "compensated" for his work. So do the lawyer at the Attorney General's department who has to prosecute a judgm ... read full comment
The little guy at the ministries who has to pass on your application to the next in the chain of command has to be "compensated" for his work. So do the lawyer at the Attorney General's department who has to prosecute a judgment debt. Corruption is at all levels but the politicians have been made the poster boys.
me 10 years ago
Compare the number of comments on useless articles to this one and it will tell you how deep we have sank. We are experts at pointing fingers without first taking an interior survey ourselves. This articles goes to support th ... read full comment
Compare the number of comments on useless articles to this one and it will tell you how deep we have sank. We are experts at pointing fingers without first taking an interior survey ourselves. This articles goes to support the presidents call for all or us to put our shoulders to the wheel. As individuals, lets make a conscious effort not to engage in it and see if it will thrive. The police do not bride themselves, we give them. Let's stop giving and see if they can take.
Kojo T 10 years ago
You are spot on . All some people want is to oprtion blame while they are the most guilty. This is a great article
You are spot on . All some people want is to oprtion blame while they are the most guilty. This is a great article
Monitor. 10 years ago
You made my day. We are all in it. We all must resolve to chsnge, and Ghana will be the haven, we all expect it to be. Thanks Dr.
You made my day. We are all in it. We all must resolve to chsnge, and Ghana will be the haven, we all expect it to be. Thanks Dr.
Revelation 10 years ago
Is Kobby Acheampong an EWE man?
Is he shy of his EWE roots? Is he shy of of his ancestry?
He is parading himself as an Ashanti man to cause mischief.
His Ewe father and mother settled in Ashanti Mampong to farm and h ... read full comment
Is Kobby Acheampong an EWE man?
Is he shy of his EWE roots? Is he shy of of his ancestry?
He is parading himself as an Ashanti man to cause mischief.
His Ewe father and mother settled in Ashanti Mampong to farm and his father named him after the chief farmer who is an Ashanti.
There is no Ashanto blood in him.
My worry is why Kobby Achempong is hiding his roots,
IS he just being mischievous?
IS HE ANOTHER PAUL GYAMFI?
Kojo T 10 years ago
What is the connection here. Is it Kobby Acheampong? What is the name of your flag bearer Nana Akufo -Addo , Akuffo Addo or WAD Akuffo Addo?
What is the connection here. Is it Kobby Acheampong? What is the name of your flag bearer Nana Akufo -Addo , Akuffo Addo or WAD Akuffo Addo?
A.M.Mahama 10 years ago
OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA
PROPOSAL FOR THE FORMATION OF A NON- PARTISAN TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION PRESIDENTIAL ANTI- CORRUPTION COMMISSION IN GHANA.
Dear President John Dramani Mahama,
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OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA
PROPOSAL FOR THE FORMATION OF A NON- PARTISAN TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION PRESIDENTIAL ANTI- CORRUPTION COMMISSION IN GHANA.
Dear President John Dramani Mahama,
May the topic under discussion, which currently is of concern to most Ghanaians, find favour with you and also with the good people of Ghana. As indicated above, I am suggesting the formation of a truth and reconciliation Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission which will be tasked with obtaining and revealing past wrongdoing (corruption) by individuals, Organizations and government. As a peace loving Ghanaian I hope my proposal will help in resolving any past conflict and enable us build a just and peaceful society that will be devoid of hatred, rancour and bitterness.
The proposed Commission will operate on the lines of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission which was established by late President Mandela and mandated to bear witness, record and grant amnesty to the perpetrators of crimes relating to human rights violations. This is one of the ways by which Ghanaians regardless of their political, religious and ethnic affiliations will show their abhorrence for corruption for it has been said that;
“To oppose corruption in a Nation is the highest obligation of patriotism.” ? G. Edward Griffin
The Commission as proposed will hold sittings in all the ten regions of Ghana at designated places including Universities to bear witness to, compile, analyse and make recommendations to the President and provide an opportunity for Ghanaians to prise open the past, draw lessons and enact adequate and enforceable laws that will help us minimize corruption with a view to eradicating it in the longer term. The primary aim is not to punish or settle scores but to send out a message to Ghanaians and all those involved to COME AND CLEAR THEIR NAMES, SEEK FORGIVENESS AND GO IN PEACE WHERE POSSIBLE. In the words of the late President of South Africa;
It always seems impossible until its done-Nelson Mandela
The Commission’s report will be an all-time document and those that will voluntarily surrender their loot or compensate the State or identified victims should be hailed as the heroes and heroines of our time. On the contrary those that refuse to come forward let them live and die with their guilt. In the words of Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor 161AD-180AD;
“Do not act as if you were going to live ten thousand years. Death hangs over you. While you live, while it is in your power, be good.”
The Commission will be non-partisan and based on modalities as were used by the earlier National Reconciliation Commission in Ghana which undertook a similar job from 2003 – 2004. Already a number of Ghanaians including your good-self, Former President J.J Rawlings, the current and past Majority leaders in Parliament, the Pro Vice Chancellor of the University of Development Studies and some International Organizations have expressed their concerns about the menace of corruption in Ghana and the need to find solutions to the problem.
Your Excellency I must state that Corruption including the misuse of Official positions is a ‘’National canker’’ which should be tackled with all the seriousness it deserves. It deprives Institutions including hospitals, schools, utility companies and Assemblies of urgently needed funds and breeds inequities, injustice and social upheavals in our daily lives and it is necessary to bring it under control before it pushes Ghana into a major financial and Economic crisis.
It is expected that those that the system (Courts, CHRAJ ) will identify and those that are perceived to have been involved in corrupt practices will voluntarily appear or be invited to appear at the Commission, regardless of their stature in society, to tell Ghanaians the what, why, when and how of their cases. The Commission will hold public and closed door sittings where necessary in all the ten regions of Ghana and at designated places including Universities to bear witness to, compile, analyse and make recommendations.
Corruption, whether real or perceived is pervasive in Ghana. It is everywhere from the Policeman at the road block, the Customs and Immigration Official at the country’s entry points, Government Officials, JOURNALISTS, TEACHERS, MEDICAL PERSONNEL AND MORE WORRINGLY RELIGIOUS LEADERS.UNFORTUNATELY EVEN OUR CHIEFS AND QUEENMOTHERS WHO ARE SUPPOSED TO BE THE RESIPOSITORIES OF OUR TRADITION AND CUSTOMS ARE ‘’RUMOURED TO BE PART OF THE WHOLE’’. Almost every Ghanaian has played his or her part either as perpetrators or by conniving and condoning or simply, as silent victims and it is my hope that the Commission as proposed will help us address the issue of corruption from delineating what it is, to outlining its effects and making recommendations aimed at eventually extenuating it. According to the great American President;
A nation that is afraid to let its people judge the truth and falsehood in an open market is a nation that is afraid of its people. John F. Kennedy
The role of Traditional, Opinion and religious leaders in this whole exercise cannot be under estimated. They will need to synthetize the public and encourage people to come forth with the truth in the interest of the Nation. The media will have to play its part by being circumspect in their reportage on issues pertaining to the work of the Commission. It is also an opportunity for our Political leaders past and present to play their part by appearing at the Commission to tell the truth about the roles they might have played for the sake of mother Ghana. Your Excellency, much as my proposal may have the trappings of a silent social revolution, it is necessary to act now as this will mark the beginning of the National debate on corruption that Ghanaians have been yearning for. The quotation below may help put my point in perspective that; Revolutions are brought about by men, by men who think as men of action and act as men of thought. Kwame Nkrumah
Whilst we are at it we need to continuously strengthen the capacity of State institutions that have a direct role in enforcing the laws of the country. In this regard we need to streamline and enhance the performance of the Legislature, Judiciary, the Police and other Security Agencies to enable them discharge their duties efficiently and effectively to meet the expectations of Ghanaians and all other stakeholders. I wish to take this opportunity to thank all Ghanaians for taking time to read this article. Thank you and May God Almighty bless you and our Nation Ghana.
A.M.MAHAMA Luton, UK,13/12/13 B.A.Hons (KNUST), PGDip &MBA Mgt ( Henley,UK), P GC Ed (U.K), CIPD (A). Contact tolonmam@yahoo.co.uk
TEE 10 years ago
MAHAMA DANGEROUS THIEF KILLED MILLS TO BECOME A LEADER. GOD WILL PUNISH YOU
MAHAMA DANGEROUS THIEF KILLED MILLS TO BECOME A LEADER. GOD WILL PUNISH YOU
francis kwarteng 10 years ago
Beautiful piece
Beautiful piece
Ishaq 10 years ago
Thank you very much. You are one of the very few who understand the problem. Please don't give up. Let the people understand that they are part and parcel of the problem.
Thank you very much. You are one of the very few who understand the problem. Please don't give up. Let the people understand that they are part and parcel of the problem.
Kwasi Ntiamoah 10 years ago
The writer hit the nail right on the head. The whole system is corrupt. Why only blame the politicians for this systemic problem? Let us invite our Lord and savior Jesus to come back to earth, specifically to Ghana, and there ... read full comment
The writer hit the nail right on the head. The whole system is corrupt. Why only blame the politicians for this systemic problem? Let us invite our Lord and savior Jesus to come back to earth, specifically to Ghana, and thereafter be made the head of state. Let him also invite some archangels down to his ministers in his new government. Then just give ourselves 6 months and see if the Ghanaian would not corrupt them. We need to change. A cousin of mine wanted to become a priest. To gain admission into the training program he had to pay "something". The church is no different. Let us think as normal human beings.
To whom much is given, much is required.
The microcosm of the macrocosm is fish rot from its head, anaa get the head and the body will follow - what a heck!
I wouldn't even say anything about the executive, parliament o ...
read full comment
WE ARE ALL CORRUPT
MAHAMA,AND HIS WIFE ARE NUMBER ONE IN GHANA HISTORY WHAT A SHAMEFUL CRIMINALS,KILLED MILLS FOR POWER,MAHAMA HANDS ARE BLOOD MUST CIME CLEAN,PERIOD
POLITICAL POWER IS MEANT TO RUN THE STATE AND FIGHT CORRUPTION NOT TO BE THE CARETAKER OF THE STATE WHO GETS BUSY TO TEAM UP WITH CRIMINALS TO CREATE LOOT AND SHARE...ITS VERY WICKED TO DO THAT JUST LIKE A DOCTOR U TRUST TAK ...
read full comment
Ghanaians are corrupt bcoz they don't like hard work.I see this trait in everyday life- its easier defecating in the open,easier to be corrupt,easier to just trash our towns and easier to vote "our own' than vote strictly on ...
read full comment
Bravo
Is corruption synonymous with bribery?
I think so. The act of giving and accepting bribery is ingrained in our culture. One is expected to "do something", offer "gorro" for a service rendered; it becomes, unfortunately, a le ...
read full comment
Corruption is our second nature-the African culture that is.It is so hypocritical for any Ghanaian to mount the high horse and start pointing accusing fingers at others when he/she is a major player also.Unless a government s ...
read full comment
The little guy at the ministries who has to pass on your application to the next in the chain of command has to be "compensated" for his work. So do the lawyer at the Attorney General's department who has to prosecute a judgm ...
read full comment
Compare the number of comments on useless articles to this one and it will tell you how deep we have sank. We are experts at pointing fingers without first taking an interior survey ourselves. This articles goes to support th ...
read full comment
You are spot on . All some people want is to oprtion blame while they are the most guilty. This is a great article
You made my day. We are all in it. We all must resolve to chsnge, and Ghana will be the haven, we all expect it to be. Thanks Dr.
Is Kobby Acheampong an EWE man?
Is he shy of his EWE roots? Is he shy of of his ancestry?
He is parading himself as an Ashanti man to cause mischief.
His Ewe father and mother settled in Ashanti Mampong to farm and h ...
read full comment
What is the connection here. Is it Kobby Acheampong? What is the name of your flag bearer Nana Akufo -Addo , Akuffo Addo or WAD Akuffo Addo?
OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA
PROPOSAL FOR THE FORMATION OF A NON- PARTISAN TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION PRESIDENTIAL ANTI- CORRUPTION COMMISSION IN GHANA.
Dear President John Dramani Mahama,
...
read full comment
MAHAMA DANGEROUS THIEF KILLED MILLS TO BECOME A LEADER. GOD WILL PUNISH YOU
Beautiful piece
Thank you very much. You are one of the very few who understand the problem. Please don't give up. Let the people understand that they are part and parcel of the problem.
The writer hit the nail right on the head. The whole system is corrupt. Why only blame the politicians for this systemic problem? Let us invite our Lord and savior Jesus to come back to earth, specifically to Ghana, and there ...
read full comment