Some party (NPP) wants to politicize the council of state elections and bring in someone who will be a whistleblower against the government – Vincent Asare Bediako
Vincent Asare Bediako, a former Parliamentary candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Offinso South constituency, has recently raised concerns about efforts by certain elements within the political landscape to politicize the upcoming Council of State elections. According to Bediako, some factions within the party are seeking to nominate individuals for the Council of State who would serve as whistleblowers against the current government rather than functioning in a neutral and advisory capacity.
In an interview on Kessben Maakye, Bediako expressed his worries about the integrity of the Council of State elections, a body that plays a crucial role in advising the President on matters of national importance. Historically, the Council of State is meant to operate as an independent and non-partisan institution, ensuring that the leadership of the country is provided with objective advice on national issues.
However, Bediako’s comments reflect a growing concern that the Ashanti Regional elections on Monday could be influenced by political maneuvering aimed at using the Council as a platform for opposition parties to undermine the government. Bediako, who has been a vocal member of the NDC, stressed that the council’s role should remain detached from party politics, especially given its function to act as a mediator and consultant in times of national decision-making.
Bediako’s remarks come amid discussions within various political circles about the selection process for the upcoming Council of State elections. Some political figures have reportedly indicated interest in backing candidates who, according to Bediako, could use their positions on the Council as a form of check-and-balance system that would more closely resemble opposition oversight than the independent advisory capacity it is intended to hold.
These concerns are particularly important given the current political climate in Ghana, where tensions between the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and opposition parties have remained high. The NDC, in particular, has been vocal about its criticism of the current government’s policies, especially around issues like the economy, public sector management, and governance.
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