Political commentator, Nana Yaw Oduro Mensah
Nana Yaw Oduro Mensah, a vocal political commentator, has delivered a strong message to Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen and his Movement for Change, stressing the instrumental role former President John Agyekum Kufuor played in shaping Alan’s political journey.
Oduro Mensah highlighted what he views as Alan’s lack of appreciation for his political mentor, sparking a conversation about loyalty and entitlement in Ghanaian politics.
Speaking on his show, Oduro Mensah didn’t mince words. “If there’s one person Alan should always hold in high regard, it’s Kufuor,” he stated firmly.
“Without Kufuor’s support, Alan’s prominence in the NPP would have been significantly diminished. Kufuor is not just a political figure; he is the architect of Alan’s political identity.”
Oduro Mensah’s remarks follow Kyerematen’s controversial decision to part ways with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and form his own political movement, the Movement for Change.
His departure came amid allegations of neglect and favouritism toward Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia within the party, sentiments Kyerematen publicly expressed in a recent interview.
In his critique, Oduro Mensah pointed out that despite the shock and disappointment caused by Kyerematen’s exit, no one within the NPP publicly criticized him. Instead, the party maintained a dignified silence, even as Kyerematen launched verbal attacks against Kufuor, accusing him of bias.
“Alan’s actions suggest he’s forgotten the golden rule of leadership: respect your roots,” Oduro Mensah said. “Kufuor could have expressed his disappointment in Alan’s departure, and yet he didn’t.
That restraint alone speaks volumes about the respect Kufuor still has for him. But instead of reciprocating, Alan chose to tarnish the legacy of the very man who groomed him.”
During the discussion, a co-host offered an alternative perspective, suggesting that Kyerematen might be exhibiting a misplaced sense of entitlement.
“Perhaps Alan feels he’s owed something—like the presidency is his birthright,” the co-host remarked. “That would explain his emotional outburst on live television when Kufuor endorsed Bawumia.”
