Dr Akwasi Oppong-Fosu says the National Democratic Congress must return to its foundational principles of probity, accountability and social justice, arguing that these values are essential to rebuilding public trust and strengthening democratic governance.
The veteran politician and former Member of Parliament made the case during an interview with Sena Nombo on Gold Morning Conversation on Radio Gold, as he explained the philosophy underpinning his campaign for the NDC National Chairmanship.
Dr Oppong-Fosu said his proposed restoration agenda seeks to place the values associated with the party’s formation back at the centre of its organisation and leadership.
He identified probity, accountability and social justice as principles that should determine how political authority is exercised and how citizens are treated.
According to him, transparency, accountability and integrity provide the foundation for public confidence in political leadership.
“People trust you if you are demonstrating that you are transparent, you are accountable, you demonstrate integrity in public service,” he said. Pasted text
Dr Oppong-Fosu maintained that social justice must equally translate into fairness in citizens’ dealings with the state, including law enforcement, the justice system, access to opportunities and management of the economy.
He summed up his approach with the principle: “Until everyone counts, no one counts,” arguing that political organisation and governance must bring people along rather than exclude sections of society. Pasted text
The National Chairmanship aspirant further described probity and accountability as important building blocks of democratic governance because of their role in strengthening trust, citizen participation and voice.
Dr Oppong-Fosu said the NDC’s social democratic character requires the party to demonstrate those principles internally if they are to remain meaningful in national governance.
He also drew comparisons with Singapore’s People’s Action Party, arguing that institutional values, accountability and social justice can provide a durable foundation for political organisation and national development.
His emphasis on restoring the NDC’s foundational principles forms the first component of the “Three Rs”; Restoration, Renewal and Reset, on which he is seeking the party’s National Chairmanship.
Dr Oppong-Fosu noted that restoration would involve returning the NDC to probity, accountability and social justice, while renewal would strengthen areas including political education, research, technology, communication and leadership development.
His proposed reset focuses on improving internal systems, addressing exclusion and strengthening relationships within the party.
The NDC is scheduled to elect its national executives, including its National Chairman, at its National Congress on December 19, 2026.
