Koku Anyidoho, former Director of Communications at the Presidency, has emphasized the importance of training political party agents to effectively represent their parties during elections. In his recently released book, "Uncompromising Thoughts: Leafing Out National Issues", Anyidoho argues that proper planning and strategizing are essential for winning elections, rather than relying on the Electoral Commission (EC) to manipulate results.
In the book, particularly on pages 96 and 97, Anyidoho stresses the need for political parties to invest in training their agents to thoroughly understand the electoral process. He contends that if the EC were capable of rigging elections, it would only be possible if political parties deploy agents who lack knowledge of the voting, counting, and collating procedures.
"With the existing voting and counting system in Ghana, political parties must invest in training agents who have the capacity to master the procedures and processes governing the electoral chain," Anyidoho writes. He adds that the blame placed on the EC by political parties after losing elections often stems from their failure to adequately prepare for the electoral "battle."
According to Anyidoho, the art of winning elections is rooted in the scientific gathering and analysis of data, as well as careful planning and strategizing, rather than baseless propaganda. He warns that political parties must approach elections with a clear understanding of the electoral processes and a well-prepared strategy, rather than depending on the EC to sway results in their favor.
"Uncompromising Thoughts: Leafing Out National Issues" is a 200-page compilation of articles by Anyidoho, offering insights into Ghana's politics, education, religion, development, and international affairs. The book chronicles his experiences with the late President John Evans Atta Mills and provides a perspective on the leadership styles of both Mills and former President Jerry John Rawlings.
The book also touches on President Nana Akufo-Addo's decision to construct the Asomdwe Park and invites readers to reflect on Ghana’s ongoing development challenges. With its unflinching narrative, the book is a must-read for those interested in Ghana’s political landscape.
