Accra: The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has made a call for Ghanaians to move from partisan politics toward a unified commitment to nation-building. Speaking at the Ghana Business Leaders' Conclave at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), the King expressed concern over the nation's focus on partisan rivalry, which he warned had stifled innovation and enterprise development necessary for national progress.
According to Ghana News Agency, the Asantehene noted that allegiance to political parties often overrides allegiance to the state, creating a culture where society praises politicians while ignoring citizens whose daily efforts drive the country forward. The Ghana Business Leaders' Conclave, convened by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, aimed to bridge traditional wisdom and contemporary business strategy, focusing on the viability of the Ghanaian corporate landscape.
Reflecting on nearly 70 years of national independence, the Asantehene stated that Ghana must now become a nation of builders, urging the citizenry to move away from political rhetoric and slogans toward production, value creation, and enterprise. While acknowledging democracy's success in changing governments, the King reminded the nation that trust ultimately sustains societies.
He urged political leaders to look beyond partisan gains and focus on creating the right environment and policy frameworks for long-term social and economic stability. To the youth, Otumfuo Osei Tutu encouraged them to reject corruption and divisive politics, remain ambitious but principled, and evaluate success and status in society through a moral lens.
He emphasized that true greatness must be measured by honesty, service, discipline, and the ability to do right even when wrongdoing is profitable. The Management of the University stated that the Business Conclave would become an annual forum for emerging business leaders and captains of industry to build leadership that serves generations.