Ask the One Promising 10 Appointments Per Constituency the Number of Jobs He Created When He Had Power – Irene Naa Torshie Jabs Dr. Bawumia

Former Member of Parliament for Tema West, Irene Naa Torshie Addo, has taken a sharp swipe at Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, questioning the Vice President’s promise to offer 10 appointments per constituency if elected president. According to her, before making such commitments, Dr. Bawumia must first account for the number of jobs he helped create during his time in government.

Naa Torshie, who has served in various high-level public roles, argued that leadership should be measured by past performance, not lofty promises made during campaign seasons. She stressed that Ghanaians deserve clear evidence of impact, especially at a time when unemployment remains a pressing national concern.

Speaking during a community engagement, she challenged Dr. Bawumia’s proposal, describing it as unrealistic and politically motivated. “Anyone can promise appointments, but Ghanaians want to know what you actually achieved when the opportunity was given to you,” she said.

She continued: “If you are now promising 10 appointments per constituency, we deserve to ask: how many sustainable jobs were created under your watch? How did your policies reduce the burden on the ordinary Ghanaian?”

Naa Torshie’s remarks add to the growing public debate regarding the feasibility of Dr. Bawumia’s promise, which has sparked mixed reactions across the political landscape. While some supporters view the proposal as a bold move to decentralise governance, critics argue that it lacks clarity and may only serve as a political gimmick.

She noted that meaningful development cannot be achieved through appointment-sharing, but through strategic investments in skills development, industry, and local enterprise growth. According to her, Ghana needs leaders who prioritise long-term national progress over short-term political calculations.

Her comments come at a crucial moment as political parties intensify their campaigns ahead of the upcoming elections. With unemployment, economic hardship, and youth frustration dominating national conversations, questions about candidates’ track records have become central to voter decision-making.

Naa Torshie concluded by urging Ghanaians to critically examine campaign promises and demand accountability from all political aspirants. “The time for empty promises is over,” she said. “We must choose leadership that has demonstrated results, not just rhetoric.”