Professor Godfred Bokpin, an economist and finance expert has expressed his concerns about the elevation of Ken Ofori-Atta, the former Minister of Finance to the position of Senior Presidential Advisor and Special Envoy for International Finance and Private Sector Investments.
According to him, while Mr. Ofori-Atta’s private sector track record made his initial appointment logical, looking at his recent performance, there seems to be insufficient justification for his new government role.
Speaking on JoyFM’s Top Story on February 26, 2024, he stated that in recent times, the former finance minister has failed to meet expectations.
He pointed out a perceived shortfall in Mr Ofori-Atta’s approach to foresight and strategic planning, which, in his view, contributed significantly to Ghana’s economic predicaments.
Prof Bokpin made comparisons with Kenya’s proactive engagement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) following the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting that Ghana could have benefited from a similarly anticipatory stance.
Debate
The decision by President Akufo-Addo on February 15 to appoint Ofori-Atta to this strategic role has sparked debate and led to calls for a critical reassessment of the appointment from various quarters, including the Alliance for Foot Soldiers and Advocacy.
Critics argue that this move overlooks the imperative need for a leadership style that not only anticipates but also adeptly navigates through economic challenges.
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Source: Comfort Sweety Hayford/ATLFMNEWS
