High expectations, disappointments, and the paradox of political power

Ghana operates as a two-party state, where political power alternates between two dominant parties. Citizens often harbor high expectations of the government, attributing most of their challenges to the actions or inactions of the sitting administration. Most citizens tend to rely heavily on government interventions rather than explore creative or entrepreneurial solutions to address their individual and community needs.
This dynamic contributes to a recurring cycle where the electorate, dissatisfied with one political party, votes it out of power, only to re-elect the same party in subsequent elections. While this reflects the democratic process at work, it also underscores the challenges of achieving widespread satisfaction in governance, as no administration can fully meet the diverse and evolving needs of the populace. His Excellency John Dramani Mahama nicely captured it as “Ghanaians have short memories”
To all those feeling disappointed: take a moment, relax, and stay calm—substantial change is unlikely to happen overnight. The same voices of discontent today may soon be calling for your return. Focus on doing your homework thoroughly and reorganizing effectively for a stronger comeback!
By Kofi Bekoe
Somewhere in Kumasi!