Is This Ghana Governent’s Hypocrisy?

In a typical display of hypocrisy, the Ghanaian government finds itself at odds with its own purported agenda of advancing the agricultural landscape and boosting the economy through technology. This dissonance came to light recently as the government made headlines for arresting farmers defending their land rights, which had apparently been sold out from under them through due process. The New Weekend Crusading Guide headline today exposes a glaring paradox that demands attention and accountability.

On one hand, the government champions the adoption of advanced agricultural technologies like precision farming, digital soil mapping, and mechanization. These innovations are purportedly meant to empower farmers, increase their yields, and reduce poverty in rural areas. But on the other hand, the government's actions show either a flagrant disregard for the rights and livelihoods of the very individuals it claims to support or a gaping hole in our infrastructure that has yet to be addressed in any tangible manner.

Farmers are the backbone of any agricultural transformation, and their land is their most valuable asset. When these farmers are arrested for defending their land against encroachments and unjust land grabs, including those orchestrated through policy gaps, it sends a chilling message that the government prioritizes land speculators over the hardworking citizens who till the soil day in and day out and spotlights their lack of commitment to real economic change.

The inconsistency between rhetoric and action raises questions about the government's true intentions and capacity to execute. Are these promises of agricultural modernization and economic growth just empty words to appease international donors and investors, as we’ve seen time and time again? Or is the government genuinely committed to uplifting the lives of its citizens through necessary and urgent change.

It's time for transparency, accountability, and a genuine commitment to empowering farmers and advancing technology in agriculture.
The nation deserves a government that stands by its promises and prioritizes the welfare of its farmers. Until these contradictions are addressed, the dream of a thriving, technology-driven agricultural sector in Ghana remains just that—a dream.


About Dr. Sam Ankrah
Dr. Samuel Sarpong Ankrah is a respected and accomplished entrepreneur, development economist, investment banker, advocate, and philanthropist known for his commitment to promoting equity, unity, and growth in Ghana. His aspirations of presidency stem from his practical solutions and executive skills to the problems Ghanaians face at the hands of poor leadership, and the genuine love for his country. His desire is to see a thriving nation were all citizens can enjoy a life of peace and prosperity. He believes the only way to accomplish this Herculean task is to break the establishment of the current political duopoly, form a government willing to lay down unmerited luxury for the greater good and progress of all citizens, and build policies and constitutional reform geared toward the future.