Kpandai MP urges youth to stay away from politics of insults, misinformation
The Member of Parliament for Kpandai, Mathew Nyindam, has asked the youth to stay away from politics of insults, misinformation, ignorance, and hostility, warning that such behaviour undermines unity and stalls development.
According to him, political engagement should be anchored in decency, mutual respect, and a commitment to truth rather than personal attacks and divisive rhetoric.
The growing trend of politics characterised by insults, vilification, misinformation, and malicious attacks among the youth, he noted, poses a serious threat to national cohesion and development.
He warned that if the trend was not checked, it would continue to deepen divisions among young people, weaken unity, undermine peaceful coexistence, and hinder the collective progress needed for sustainable development and growth.
“What is to be gained by maligning one another simply to score political points?” he queried, stressing that the future of the constituency depends on constructive dialogue and collective effort.
Mr Nyindam made the remarks when he presented beds to 26 health centres and Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery and addressing the persistent “no-bed syndrome” affecting health facilities in the area.
The intervention forms part of the MP’s broader initiative to improve healthcare infrastructure and provide better conditions for patients and health professionals, particularly in underserved rural communities.
Instead of engaging in constructive political discourse based on ideas, policies, and national interest, the MP observed that many young people are increasingly drawn into confrontational and divisive political behaviour, particularly on social media platforms. According to him, the trend has created tension, intolerance, and hostility among peers who should rather be collaborating to drive innovation, peace, and community development.
Mr Nyindam emphasised that the distribution exercise was devoid of political bias, urging beneficiary facilities and residents to prioritise development over partisan considerations.
“We must rise above partisan divisions and recognise that the development of Kpandai and Ghana is a shared responsibility,” he said.
He further encouraged the youth to focus on productivity and innovation, noting that meaningful development can only be achieved when citizens support one another and engage constructively. He stressed that the youth remain the backbone of every nation’s future and their energy and influence should be channelled toward promoting dialogue, tolerance, fact-based discussions, and national unity. Political differences, he added, should not become grounds for hatred, character assassination, or the spread of false information.
Mr Nyindam also urged constituents to commend positive efforts and offer constructive criticism where necessary, always in the interest of progress.
He further called on political leaders, the educated elite, civil society organisations, the media, and parents to intensify public education on responsible political engagement, digital literacy, and peaceful coexistence. Young people, he said, must recognise that development can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace, mutual respect, and unity regardless of political affiliation.
He reaffirmed his commitment to transforming the Kpandai constituency, expressing optimism that with unity and collective determination, significant progress could be achieved.
