Dr. Agnes Ayisha, an independent presidential aspirant, has underscored the urgent need for reform in Ghana’s political system.
At her outdooring event, Dr. Ayisha didn’t shy away from criticizing the current system, pointing out its failure to address the country’s pressing issues. Her bold stance underscores the urgent need for reform in Ghana’s political landscape.
“The youth have tried me; they have seen the work that I am doing, and my entry into the presidential race is their best bet,” Dr. Ayisha said.
Dr. Ayisha, in highlighting her commitment and capabilities, aims to reassure the public that their dissatisfaction with current leaders is not in vain. The youth’s trust in her is a testament to their belief in her ability to bring about the change they seek.
Dr. Ayisha’s policy proposals, including economic freedom, an industrial revolution, educational transformation, improved healthcare, and a shift to solar energy, are not just promises. They are a beacon of hope, offering a vision of a brighter future for Ghana, free from the shackles of unreliable energy sources like the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
“Ghanaians are asking for change, and the change they want is to try a woman, which is me,” she asserted, addressing the persistent issue of power outages, or “dumsor,” which she aims to resolve.
As Ghana approaches the December 7 general elections, Dr. Ayisha represents a new voice seeking to challenge the traditional dominance of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
According to Dr. Serebuor Quaicoe, Director of Training at the Electoral Commission, 22 individuals have picked nomination forms to run as independent presidential candidates.
Since the return to multiparty democracy in 1992, the NPP and NDC have predominantly shaped Ghana’s political landscape, often sidelining other parties and independent candidates.
Independent candidates have frequently faced allegations of being covertly backed by opposition parties, a claim that has further complicated their campaign efforts.
