Dr. Adutwum Urges Politicians to Abandon ‘Flash and Burn’ Tactics for National Progress

Dr. Adutwum Calls for End to ‘Flash and Burn’ Politics in Nation Building.

Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, former Education Minister and Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, has called on political stakeholders to move away from the culture of “flash and burn” politics—a style where political parties quickly reject or criticize policies without proper evaluation, simply to gain political advantage.

Speaking during a TEKTALK session organized by the KNUST Students’ Representative Council, Dr. Adutwum stressed the need for a more mature and collaborative political environment that puts national interest above party rivalry.

He noted that many worthwhile initiatives are often dismissed not for their shortcomings, but because they come from political opponents. 

“There are times when critics know a project is good, yet they call it bad just to win public favor,” he remarked. 

Referring to the E-block educational project, he explained that while the concept is solid, adjustments such as adding boarding facilities could make them more effective in less accessible locations.

Dr. Adutwum proposed a bipartisan structure for critical national commissions, suggesting that both the ruling government and the opposition should have fair representation to ensure inclusive decision-making. 

“Imagine a system where the government appoints three members and the opposition two. That creates balance and helps the nation move forward,” he said.

Themed “Pioneering National Transformation through Politics, Finance, and Entertainment,” the TEKTALK event also featured Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu, founder of the 3Music Network. 

He emphasized that politics is the foundation upon which all sectors thrive, including finance and the creative industry.

“Without a stable political framework, it’s difficult to achieve economic success. Politics sets the pace for growth in every sector,” Baba Sadiq noted.

Highlighting his personal contributions, Dr. Adutwum shared how his political journey has impacted his constituency—through scholarships for aspiring engineers and doctors, and strong advocacy for STEM education.

He concluded by reaffirming his belief that politics, when used responsibly, can be a driving force for national development.

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