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GRA Bids Farewell to Customs Commissioner Alhaji Iddrisu Iddisah Seidu

“Breaking the Eight” is seen as a strategy to maintain the Agyapadie ‘Family & Friends’ grip on state resources. Despite not claiming prophetic abilities or belief in reincarnation, there’s a strong sense of concern about the upcoming 2024 elections. The year is anticipated to be challenging, with astrologers and spiritual leaders advising caution and intense prayer to avert potential difficulties post-election.

The phrase “Breaking the Eight,” popularized by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), particularly by the Akyem Mafia, is likened to the infamous story of John Ackah Blay-Miezah, a notorious Ghanaian con artist. His elaborate scams and false identities mirror the political maneuvers and deceptive promises associated with the “Breaking the Eight” campaign.

This political narrative aims to deceive Ghanaians into believing that the continued rule of the ‘friends and family’ Akyem mafia is in their best interest, ensuring their control over state resources, including minerals, for generations to come.

The focus shouldn’t solely be on who succeeds the current president but on the agenda driving the insistence on his vice president as the successor. This agenda seeks to maintain the status quo of resource control by the ‘family and friends’ syndicate, constituting what is described as the greatest scam in Ghana’s political landscape.

There’s a notable shift in Ghanaian politics, with citizens scrutinizing political manifestos and the media questioning politicians more than before. The internet has played a significant role in broadening perceptions and exposing deceptive practices, leading to a growing awareness among the populace.

The call for the 2024 National Elections is likened to a new ‘Independence Day,’ urging Ghanaians to unite and fight for a future free from self-serving interests and manipulative political schemes. It’s a call for a new Ghana where every voice matters, transcending partisan, tribal, or regional affiliations for the collective good of the nation.

Benjamin Nii Lamptey Mills

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