Leaders Serve, Not Swerve: Amenfi West Election Highlights Clash of Leadership Styles

The 2024 elections in Amenfi West are heating up, with the incumbent MP, Hon. Eric Afful, facing a serious challenge from the NPP candidate, Hon. Ignatius Kwasi Afrifa. Recent radio interviews have highlighted a clash of leadership philosophies, setting the stage for a crucial contest.

Hon. Eric Afful, the incumbent MP for Amenfi West in a recent interview on Royal FM, attributed his perceived lack of action to his status as an opposition MP, claiming that his ability to effect change is limited. However, this explanation was met with scepticism from citizens who phoned into the show, expressing frustration with his continuous reliance on excuses and questioning his leadership abilities.

Responding to these criticisms, Hon. Afrifa countered with a powerful message, declaring that “leaders are to serve, not swerve.” He presented himself as a pragmatic leader with a clear vision for Amenfi West, outlining ten specific goals grounded in his “3Cs” – Competence, Communication, and Courage.

Afrifa further challenged Afful’s reliance on the government as a sole source of action, emphasizing the importance of proactive leadership. He stated that any leader who solely depends on the government will never succeed and highlighted the need for effective community engagement, partnerships with stakeholders, and networking with development agencies.

This exchange underscores a key point of contention in the Amenfi West election: the definition of effective leadership. Hon. Afful’s defense, based on his limited power as an opposition MP, suggests a passive approach, accepting constraints rather than seeking to overcome them. In contrast, Hon. Afrifa’s message emphasizes a proactive, service-oriented leadership focused on tangible action and delivering results for the community.

The upcoming election will likely see these contrasting leadership styles continue to be debated. Voters will need to carefully assess the candidates’ actions, promises, and visions to determine who best embodies the principles of effective leadership and who is best equipped to address the needs of Amenfi West.