Democracy Focuses on Individual Competence, Not Tribe or Religion – Kufuor
On June 25, 2025, former President John Agyekum Kufuor—speaking at the launch of the NPP’s new policy think tank, the Patriotic Institute—urged members of the New Patriotic Party and the broader Ghanaian political class to reject identity-based appeals in elections. He emphasized that in a true democracy, leadership selection should be based on individual merit, not ethnicity, religion, or gender. Core Message Kufuor reminded party supporters that democracy upholds one person, one vote, and that aspirants should be assessed on their problem-solving capabilities and national appeal, not their identity background. He warned that indulging in tribalism or religious favoritism only reinforces political stereotypes and weakens party unity. Why This Matters ReasonSignificanceMerit Over IdentityPromotes a governance culture where competence is the primary criterion.Safeguarding National UnityAvoidance of identity politics strengthens national cohesion and democratic stability.Reaffirming Democratic NormsUpholds the principle of one person, […]