Ghana Catholic Bishops Raise Alarm Over Rampant Corruption in the Country 

The President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Rev. Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, has voiced grave concerns about the widespread and uncontrolled corruption suffocating Ghana. During the inauguration of the 2023 plenary assembly in the Sunyani Diocese on November 13, 2023, Rev. Gyamfi highlighted the alarming situation of the country’s continued impoverishment despite being an oil-producing nation.

In his address, Rev. Gyamfi pointed out the pervasive nature of corruption, which appears to be deeply embedded and almost accepted within the system. He questioned the effectiveness of Ghana’s democratic structure, noting that it disproportionately benefits a privileged minority while leaving the majority struggling.

Rev. Gyamfi criticized politicians for displaying audacious impunity in defending corrupt practices and called out successive governments for the deterioration in the nation’s state and the surge in corrupt activities. He posed critical queries about the need for constitutional amendments to ensure inclusivity and fairness for all Ghanaians rather than favoring a select few. He also advocated for a strengthened legal system to combat corruption effectively.

Furthermore, he raised concerns about the Parliament’s apparent neglect of the people’s interests in favor of personal and party agendas. Rev. Gyamfi highlighted the failure to implement the recommendations of the Constitutional Review Committee and questioned the explanations provided by the government regarding the country’s economic challenges and unfavorable agreements in resource utilization.

Rev. Gyamfi concluded by stating that Ghanaians no longer accept traditional explanations from the government for the nation’s persistent poverty despite abundant resources. He urged for accountability and transparency in governance to uplift the nation from its economic struggles.

The president’s powerful critique sheds light on the urgent need for systemic reforms to tackle corruption and ensure a fairer, more inclusive future for Ghana.