Economic policy analyst Senyo Hosi has urged President John Dramani Mahama to protect his democratic legacy by reconsidering the appointment of Emelia Agbenyo as Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission.
Hosi argued that Mahama had an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on Ghana’s governance by strengthening public institutions and rebuilding trust, but warned that the appointment risked undermining that ambition.
“Mahama has one of the finest opportunities in this country as far as governance is concerned and the future of our democracy is concerned,” he said on TV3’s Keypoints on October 17, 2026.
He said the President’s long-term legacy should be measured not only by physical infrastructure but also by the strength and credibility of the country’s democratic institutions.
“The biggest legacy we leave is in the structure of our governance,” Hosi said.
“What he has done in this appointment is a betrayal of that trust.”
Hosi also questioned why the government would proceed with a decision he believes could cost it public support when other qualified candidates were available.
“If you want to reward her, there are many places to reward her,” he said, referring to Agbenyo.
He added that the appointment was not worth the political cost, urging the government to listen to public concerns before more confidence was lost.
“Look at the price you are going to have to pay for appointing Afi,” he said.
Hosi said the government still had time to correct its course, warning that its actions were eroding the progress it had made.
“Unfortunately, you are eroding the progress that you have achieved,” he said.
