Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, an aspiring presidential candidate in the January 31, 2026 presidential primary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has expressed deep concern regarding the pervasive politicisation of the country, arguing that it negatively affects every sector of Ghana’s governance structure.
The former General Secretary stated that the current trajectory indicates an excessive level of politicisation, leading to widespread national division.
He highlighted that the nation is gradually losing its identity, noting specifically that the public service—which should be a preserve for every qualified individual regardless of political affiliation—has been significantly impacted.
Mr. Agyepong observed that in policy debates, both the NPP and NDC tend to adopt entrenched positions, which stifles consensus-building and honest deliberation.
He asserted, “This is not how we develop a country. Our virtues, values, and moral compass are gradually being damaged, and I want to be an advocate for doing what is right in this country.”
He firmly stated that his commitment to this cause is unwavering: “Even if this will cost me my political career, that is acceptable, because I want to be recognised as the President who assumed office and sought to have things done correctly and not along partisan lines.”
Speaking in an interview on Frontline on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM, he underscored the critical need to strengthen state institutions, warning that the “over-politicisation of public service is alarming and a recipe for disaster.”
Drawing on his background as a professional civil engineer, Mr. Agyepong cited state enterprises and institutions—such as the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), VRA, GRIDCo, GNPC, and the Petroleum Commission—as vital national entities that should be shielded from politicisation. While acknowledging that Article 41 grants the President the power to appoint the heads of these institutions, he pledged a non-interference approach.
“When I become President, I will definitely appoint the heads of these institutions, but I will stay away from touching the structures of these institutions,” he promised. He further cautioned that appointing individuals who lack institutional memory is demotivating to long-serving staff who have dedicated their lives to these organisations.
“These are some of the issues I am worried about, and when I discuss them, I am often tagged in a different manner. It is not healthy to politicise our institutions. If we want the country to develop, it is not just about voting to elect a President; we must build a strong nation of values, devoid of extreme partisan politics and interference in the public service,” he added.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
