Politics has become a money making venture – Kwame Jantuah

A member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), Kwame Jantuah, has expressed deep concerns about the trajectory of politics and development in the country after Ghana gained its independence.

According to him, “Politics has become a profession.”

Mr Jantuah highlighted the pervasive issue of politicians enriching themselves at the expense of the nation’s coffers.

“If you want to be a politician, is it the country’s money that you use to make yourself rich? If you want to get rich in politics, you are stealing the people’s money,”  he said on 3FMSunrise with Johnnie Hughes, on March 6 while commenting on the commemoration of Ghana’s 67th Independence Day Celebration.

Jantuah lamented the lack of accountability and leadership in addressing corruption.

“Who would point a finger at the corrupt politician? Who will listen?” he questioned, underscoring the need for strong leadership that prioritizes the interests of the people over personal gain.

Reflecting on the significance of Independence Day, Jantuah stressed the importance of leaders showcasing the nation’s progress and vision for the future.

“Our leaders should be able to show us where we came from, where we are, and where the mix is of the two. What vision do our leaders have?” he stated.

Drawing attention to a specific initiative, Jantuah revealed his involvement in drafting a 40-year national development plan aimed at guiding the country’s economic and social growth.

However, he expressed dismay over the lack of implementation and public awareness about the plan.

“Where is the document today? How many Ghanaians have read portions of it?” he questioned, emphasizing the plan’s potential to combat corruption and steer the nation towards sustainable development.

“It is only the national development plan that can bring the economic back,” he affirmed.

Mr Jantuah criticized the prioritization of party manifestos over the national development plan, highlighting the need for a unified approach to governance.

“The aim of the development plan was that, parties would take their manifestos out of that development plan,” he said, emphasizing the long-term benefits of such a strategy.

By Joselyn Kafui Nyadzi