A former Upper East Regional Minister and member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Professor Ephraim Avea Nsoh, has stated that the people of the Upper East Region should not place full blame on President John Dramani Mahama if the region does not witness significant development, considering the number of individuals from the region he has appointed to serve in his government.
His comment followed President Mahama’s Thank You Tour to the Upper East Region, during which he highlighted the appointment of notable personalities from the region into various government positions.
While some interpret the president’s remarks as an acknowledgment of the region’s contribution to national development by producing responsible leaders, others believe he was subtly conveying that he had entrusted key positions to their own sons and daughters to drive progress.
Speaking to Mark Smith on the Daybreak Upper East show on A1 Radio, Prof. Avea stated:
“If, four years down the line, we don’t see their individual contributions and we believe that the president has appointed the right people, then we can hold them responsible.”
He further said “I think they have a responsibility to deliver. That is why the president selected individuals he believes have the skills, understanding, mentality, orientation, loyalty, strategic background, and experience to govern effectively. If indeed the president has chosen the right people and they fail to fulfill their responsibilities, then we have every right to hold them accountable.”
“Four years down the line, if we see no progress, it won’t just be Mahama’s fault. While he may share some of the blame, those appointed must take responsibility. We can hold them accountable.”
Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Samuel Adagom|Ghana
