Senyo Hosi Criticizes Ghanaian MPs Over Poor Leadership and Vetting Process.
Renowned businessman and economic policy analyst Senyo Hosi has strongly criticized Ghana’s political leadership, particularly Members of Parliament (MPs), for what he describes as “student leadership behavior” and a lack of decorum during the recent ministerial vetting process.
Speaking on TV3’s The KeyPoints, Hosi expressed deep disappointment over the conduct of MPs, emphasizing that the chaos and heated arguments witnessed during the vetting were an embarrassment to the nation.
“Our children are watching. Let us show them a proper example of decorum, proper engagement, and empathy,” he urged, stressing the need for maturity in political discourse.
Hosi also took issue with the structure of the vetting process itself, questioning its rushed nature. He argued that attempting to vet multiple nominees within a limited time frame is ineffective and sets MPs up for failure.
“You cannot schedule one hour for eight people. We all know that’s not going to work,” he pointed out, emphasizing that such an approach does not allow for proper scrutiny of ministerial nominees.
Beyond the procedural flaws, Hosi criticized the broader culture of Ghanaian leadership, calling out the hypocrisy of politicians who often demand discipline from citizens while failing to lead by example.
“Leaders, fix yourself first. If you want this country to fix itself, you must fix yourself. Stop telling us to fix ourselves while you continue to display this kind of behavior,” he stated.
Hosi further expressed skepticism about the vetting process’s credibility, suggesting that it has turned into a rubber-stamping exercise rather than a true assessment of competence.
“We know almost everybody will be passed. I don’t know which person will not be passed,” he remarked, questioning whether the process genuinely serves the interests of the Ghanaian people.
Concluding his critique, Hosi urged MPs to abandon the immaturity and entitlement that often define political discourse in Ghana. He called for a shift towards responsible, respectful, and effective leadership.
“We cannot continue this student leadership behavior. It’s as if they’ve never grown. We need leaders who can show real leadership, with humility and respect for the people they serve,” he stressed.
His comments have sparked widespread discussion among Ghanaians, with many echoing his concerns about the state of leadership in the country. Whether his call for change will lead to reforms remains to be seen.
Hosi’s remarks serve as a wake-up call to Ghana’s political class, urging them to prioritize competence, accountability, and decorum in their leadership. As Ghana moves forward, many citizens are hoping for a political culture that truly reflects the principles of good governance and national development.