The political landscape of Ghana is under the scalpel in ‘Ghana Politics’, the latest offering from one of the nation’s most experienced security and intelligence veterans, Kofi Bentum Quantson.
The book, reviewed by seasoned journalist and communications specialist Kojo Kwarteng, is positioned not as an academic treatise but as a mandatory read for anyone seeking the unvarnished truth about the country’s state dynamics.
Quantson, a former National Security Co-ordinator and the founding Executive Secretary of the Narcotics Control Board (NACOB), channels his decades of direct involvement in Ghana’s political-security nexus into a concise, 234-page volume printed by Fahmin Ventures.
The central premise of ‘Ghana Politics’ is encapsulated on its cover with the bold declaration: “No Apologies.”
This statement precedes nine sharp, confrontational questions that immediately challenge the reader and the political class about the nature of their governance: “Ghana Politics; is it funny, confrontational impunity, sensible, nonsense, provocative arrogance, aggressive hypocrisy, corrosive impertinence, massive corruption or what?”
Reviewer Kojo Kwarteng notes that this confrontational style is deeply rooted in Quantson’s practical expertise, arguing that the book avoids rhetorical flattery to offer genuinely informed perspective.
Few international, African and Ghanaian authors offer the same depth of experience in national security and political developments as Quantson, positioning him uniquely to interpret state dynamics. The author is an authority with practical experience and knowledge worth tapping into.
Kwarteng emphasises the author’s unique position, noting that even at over 90 years of age, Quantson “fearlessly states the points and elucidates from untainted language and glasses,” providing a rare, uncompromised account of political life that many academics, leaders, and media personnel hesitate to provide.
The book is structurally designed for maximum accessibility and impact, containing 23 episodes across its pages. This episodic format—which the reviewer describes as blending storytelling, critique, satire, and reflection—makes the book an accessible resource for a wide audience.
Thematically rich titles such as ‘The Castle’, ‘From China With Love Plus Hate’, ‘Ambassador At Lost’ and ‘Konkonsa Democracy’ suggest a broad scope covering institutional critique, diplomatic relations, and the role of the media and public opinion.
Other key topics include ‘Equalisation’, ‘The Prophet Again’ and ‘Nature of Pass Power’, rendering the book highly relevant to contemporary Ghanaian society.
The varied episodes (titles) suggest a multifaceted exploration, not just national history, but perhaps diplomatic comedy… institutional critique… and media… likely offering both insight and wit.
Kwarteng asserts that “Ghana Politics” is not merely an alternative commentary but a “must read document for sustainable living, survivorship, renewal of minds, resetting and true transformation.”
This strong recommendation is underpinned by Quantson’s history of identifying systemic weaknesses in his previous works, such as Ghana National Security… The Dilemma, where he previously detailed how partisan and tribal considerations often sideline critical intelligence, ultimately contributing to instability and stalled national development.
The book is available for purchase at major outlets, including the Airport Shell Filling Station, Legon Bookshop at the University of Ghana, and various online platforms.
In conclusion, ‘Ghana Politics’ by Kofi Bentum Quantson offers a compelling, authoritative, and richly textured take on Ghana’s political scene, rooted in the author’s extensive security and governance experience.
For readers interested in Ghanaian political narratives, national stability, and the interplay of power, memory, and institutions, this book promises both insight and engagement.
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