We Need Leaders Born and Raised in Ghana, Not Gold Coast era – Save Ghana

The Save Ghana movement has said the country Ghana do not need leaders from the Gold Coast era anymore, and that the country needs now are leaders who were born and raised in Ghana.

In a press release on Monday, the movement said “Our country was once known as the Gold Coast under colonial rule, but when we gained independence; our leader changed the name to Ghana. Since then, we have seen two generations in our country: The Gold Coast people and the Ghanaian people.

Unfortunately, after the passing of Kwame Nkrumah, our country has been led by individuals who do not prioritize the best interests of Ghana. It is time for a change. We need leaders who were born in Ghana, who understand our history, culture, and the needs of our people.

Since gaining independence, Ghana has gone through significant changes. The first generation, symbolizing the age of Ghana as a country, ended after 65 years—our retirement age. However, despite reaching this milestone, we continue to face the same longstanding challenges in areas such as education, infrastructure, agriculture, electricity, and more.

When we compare Ghana’s progress with countries like Singapore, Malaysia, and South Korea, we realize that our development has fallen behind.

This suggests that our leaders are not true Ghanaians who have the best interests of our nation at heart, but rather individuals who still carry the mind-set of the Gold Coast era.

To bring about the necessary transformation, we must elect leaders who were born in Ghana and truly understand the aspirations and struggles of our people. Age should not be a determining factor, but rather a commitment to the betterment of Ghana. Ideally, a president in their 60s should choose a vice president between the ages of 40 and 45 to bring a fresh perspective and energy to the leadership.

Since 1992, both the NPP and NDC parties have governed Ghana under the same constitution, yet they have failed to significantly improve the state of our nation.

Instead, they have benefited greatly from our country’s resources. If Ghana were to write an autobiography, the achievements under NPP and NDC rule would be minimal, as they have treated our nation as if it were their personal possession, disregarding the existence and needs of Ghanaian citizens.

It is crucial that we rise up and demand change. If we do not take action, we will continue to be taken for granted. Ghana deserves leaders who will prioritize the interests and progress of our nation, working tirelessly to build a better future for all citizens.”

By Kofi Yesu