Editorial
Partisanship will take us nowhere
Dear Editor,
As individuals, we belong to different groups, and over the years have aligned ourselves or supported different ideologies and political parties.
But the question is whether we must allow our party colours or ideological differences cloud our judgment when it comes to discussing matters of national interest?
I believe, irrespective of our affiliations, individuals or groups must be bold in condemning policies or decisions which may put the country’s development agenda off gear.
Objectivity, fairness and consensus building on national issues, in my view, would go a long way in helping us to find lasting solutions to matters that are retarding our progress as a nation.
It has been the norm in Ghana where successive governments failed to continue development projects initiated by previous governments because they do not want their opponents to “take the credit”.
This posture, in the long run, is counter-productive, hence the need for all to come together and change the narrative. When it comes to national issues, all hands must be on deck and all views, irrespective of party affiliations, must be taken seriously.
The saying in Parliament, that “the minority will have their say but the majority would have its way, should not always be the case.
Frankly, consensus building is important if we care so much about the growth of our dear nation. Partisanship, to some extent, has retarded our development and I believe we can make progress when we put aside our political lenses.
Jennifer Quaye,
Kaneshie, Accra
Editorial
New Bortianor roads need urgent attention
Dear Editor,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to the notice of the authorities and responsible agencies to the dire state of roads in New Bortianor in the Greater Accra region.
These roads, which serve as vital links for commuters, residents and businesses, are significantly deteriorated, causing immense damage to vehicles and affecting the well-being of various businesses.
The roads have developed potholes and have been rendered impassable due to the constant erosion during the rainy season
Anytime it rains, the area gets flooded and in the process cover those roads, trapping vehicles and endangering pedestrians.
In dry conditions, the dust from the area poses serious health issues for regular commuters and the community as a whole.
Those affected most are children and the elderly.
Residents have openly raised concerns about the dilapidated state of most of the roads in the vicinity, yet little to no action has been taken to address this dire situation.
Some already constructed roads are also beginning to lose shape due to lack of maintenance, affecting transportation and the local economy. It is hindering businesses and discouraging investment in the area.
I, therefore, wish to appeal to the appropriate authorities to prioritise concerns from the area with immediate effect.
The people of New Bortianor deserve better infrastructure to guarantee their safety, health and livelihoods.
I trust your esteemed newspaper will give this matter the necessary attention by publishing this letter to amplify the community’s concerns.
Thank you for the time and consideration. I look forward to seeing this issue highlighted in your publication.
Jesse Nnaji
Studen, Jayee University College
New Bortianor – Accra,
Editorial
My mum is jealous
I am an 18-year old girl and I’m planning to leave home because of my mother’s attitude.
She picks on me unduly and she finds faults with everything I do.
We have always been very close and I therefore find it very difficult to accept the present situation.
I mentioned this to my friend and she suggested that my mother is jealous of me. Is it possible for my mother to be jealous of me?
Adubea, Takyiman.
Dear Adubea,
I don’t think your mum is jealous of you at all. It is possible that she is having a problem and is unknowingly taking it out on you.
Show a little tolerance and if you are close to your mother, she might even eventually tell you what is worrying her.
Don’t listen to your friends, they might give you bad advice.
