Politics has become a rolling stone which gathers masses as it rolls and changes its nature in consonance with changing circumstances. It has no definite shape and obviously no formula. So, those who survive through it’s uncertainties are those who are creative, adaptive and versatile. To play it successfully, one must study the terrain and carve a strategy that can stand its test.
I have come to know Alhaji Inusah a couple of years ago. Like it is in most cases, if I were to judge him by what I heard from those who claimed to know him, I would have casted doubts in his capacity to handle the position of a Regional Youth Organizer. In my usual self, I gave him the benefit of the doubt and started to study him using my own measuring rod. My observations have so far revealed that he is not only creative and adaptive to the changing nature of the politics in our part of the world, he’s also versatile and smart in the game.
This day and age, it is not the loudest who get it right with politics. And that is what I’ve come to know Alhaji Inusah for. He’s not too loud; not the type who enjoy the lenses of cameras when doing his job and obviously not the type who want to show results on social media. This observation is purely from my perspective, and it has nothing to do with hero-worshipping.
Indeed, in the run up to the 2020 general elections, I was almost caught in the net of those who felt Alhaji was a one-way youth organizer—who instead of working across the region, rather concentrated in Salaga South Constituency. I am not by this implying that those who held that belief and perception were wrong, but just as it is said that every vote counts in an election, so it is the case that every constituency thus counts. At last, I came to know that the regional executives were divided to handle various constituencies, and in some cases concentrate in some areas where they have strengths and are very well needed.
Eventually, the NDC was able to snatch the Salaga South Seat from a sitting MP who at the time, doubled as the SR Minister. This did not only add a seat to the NDC, but gave the party and urge, given that it has produced the first ever Female MP who is on top of the game so far. I am not saying Alhaji Inusah did it all, but per the confessions from Hon Hajia Zuwera herself, his presence, visibility and hard work indeed, counted for her victory.
Fast forward after his election in the last regional contest, he’s proven to be the person I am describing within this bracket. Approach him with an issue anytime, and he will respond with the deserved alacrity. This is the responsive leadership the NDC requires at all levels.
Last two months, under the auspices of Hon Yussif Sulemana Ori, the MP for Bole-Bamboi, who also doubles as the Chairman of the Savannah Regional Youth Wing, Alhaji Inusah in collaboration with his two deputies and other members of the regional executive committee, put together a very successful inauguration of the Youth Wing. Most of the attendees confessed that the program indeed, served as a platform to energize the youth and to prepare their minds towards the NDC victory. Aisde the underground works he does, some of which I am privy to, he acts with tact. He is also simple and an easy-going comrade who does extensive consultations before making very key decisions.
He might not be perfect, after all, no one is, but his timely interventions on issues concerning the youth in the region in particular, is worth highlighting. Given that the Regional Executive Committee is made up of men and women with high morale and conviction for victory, it is my prayer that the team will be further charged to ensure Savannah Region remains an NDC stronghold, although the NPP is trying to share it. Where there is teamwork, I believe there is strength and direction.
I just saw a flyer from the NDC Regional Youth Wing, carrying an advert intending to mount a screen at the Damongo Lorry Park for the purposes of telecasting the Ghana-Mozambique match, on 22nd January, 2024. I was impressed by this creativity, although some might find it not enough, but I feel this is one step forward. Studying the terrain, understanding the youth and their needs and responding in this manner is commendable. This ought to be replicated in other places to keep the youth active, awake and in readiness to work harder for victory 2024.
I now understand why Pablo, the NDC National Youth Organizer, trust Alhaji Inusah and has since made him a key pillar in his administration. I urge you, Alhaji, to keep this up, double up and be this creative. This is purely my observation and not an attempt to artificially elevate him to an imaginary heights without a thing to show for it.
By Kudus Gbeadese
