Election 2024: Campaign songs outnumber policies – Sulemana Braimah

Sulemana Braimah, Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), has expressed concern over political parties focusing more on campaign songs and promises rather than meaningful policies ahead of the 2024 elections.

Speaking at a public lecture on October 23, 2024, he warned that this trend undermines democratic discourse and limits voters' ability to make informed decisions.

Braimah highlighted the avoidance of important issues, like illegal mining (galamsey), by politicians, fearing electoral backlash.

He urged political leaders to prioritize discussions on pressing national issues rather than relying on catchy campaign tactics.