Nat’l Tymes News Desk
THE MINORITY in Parliament has come under sharp criticism following its call for a ministerial reshuffle, with political commentators questioning the credibility and timing of the demand barely 11 months into the life of the current administration.
In a hard-hitting commentary, writer Godwin Ako Gunn described the Minority’s position as contradictory and politically tone-deaf, recalling that the same political tradition spent eight years in government without implementing a reshuffle.
He questioned how such a record could now justify calls for a shake-up of a government still in its first year, including demands for the resignation of the Minister for Lands.
According to Mr. Gunn, rather than targeting the executive, the Minority would be better served by reflecting on its own leadership in Parliament, which he suggested is more in need of reorganization.
He argued that the call for a reshuffle ignores what he described as tangible gains made by the government within its first year. Citing progress across key sectors, Mr. Gunn pointed to renewed confidence and performance at Bui Power Authority, Ghana Gas, Tema Development Corporation (TDC), and improved oversight by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA).
The commentary also highlighted what was described as a revival in the cocoa and oil sectors, alongside visible turnarounds at the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), the National Investment Bank (NIB), GCB Bank, and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), which he said has moved from crisis management to recovery.
Special attention was given to the work of GoldBod and the role of Lawyer Sammy Gyamfi, whose leadership, Mr. Gunn noted, has attracted commendation even from political opponents. He described Mr. Gyamfi’s impact as transformative and emblematic of a new governance culture driven by results.
Beyond senior officials, the writer praised a new generation of young professionals contributing to public service, crediting them with injecting energy, innovation, and accountability into state institutions.
Mr. Ako Gunn also referenced the early impact of Mahama Cares, describing it as a young initiative already delivering measurable social benefits.
Contrasting the current atmosphere with what he termed years of persistent corruption allegations under previous administrations, Mr. Gunn pointed to reforms at the National Service Authority as further evidence of institutional cleanup and renewal.
Looking ahead, the writer urged government appointees to consolidate the gains made so far by intensifying efforts to tackle unemployment, identifying job creation as the defining challenge for the coming year.
Godwin Ako Gunn concluded that the first year of the NDC administration represents a “reset” for the country and argued that sustained performance—not political noise—will ultimately determine public support in future elections.
Source: Nationaltymes.com
