Robert Andzie Ansah, the Chief Executive Officer of Save Ghana Movement, a non-governmental organization, says most of the key issues affecting the daily lives of ordinary Ghanaians continue to persist because politicians have taken people for granted.
“It’s worrying that the problems we’re trying to address persist, and politicians are taking the people for granted,” Andzie pointed out.
Mr. Andzie Ansah urged Ghanaians to look beyond partisan politics and work towards a common goal to tackle the country’s challenges, saying: “Until we understand that our problems can’t be solved along party lines, we’ll continue to struggle,” he stressed.
In an exclusive interview with rbnewshub.com, Mr. Andzie Ansah, also called on Ghanaians to adopt a positive attitude and nurture patriotism to drive nation-building.
Attitudinal change
The CEO attributed Ghana’s perennial socio-economic problems partly to the lack of positive attitude and patriotism on the part of most of the citizens, saying: “We’ve been stuck with these problems for far too long, and it’s time for a change.”
Citing Article 1 (1) of the 1992 constitution of Ghana, he emphasized the people’s role in exercising government powers for their welfare.
The CEO further said infrastructural development, such as roads, schools and hospitals, is not enough to drive growth.
“What matters most is the change in people’s lives, which can only be achieved through positive attitudes, critical thinking, and verbal outreach towards development,” he added.
He expressed concern that despite Ghana’s independence, many problems remain unresolved due to the lack of patriotism and willpower to transform the country.
He stressed that changing attitudes in governance, the media, and citizenship would accelerate development by exhibiting responsible citizenship towards the country’s development and success.
He concluded that a united approach and positive attitudes are essential for Ghana’s development and progress.
“We are our own failures. Until we change our attitude towards the country, development will remain elusive”, he opined.
Story by Apiah-Kubi, Nkoranza
