Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, is fast emerging as one of Ghana’s most proactive public officials—earning both admiration from citizens and subtle discomfort within his political party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Dubbed “the man who never sleeps,” Dr. Amoakohene is winning hearts with his high-energy, boots-on-the-ground leadership style. From showing up unannounced at illegal mining sites to handling emergency sanitation issues in the middle of the night, his all-access, no-excuse governance model is setting a new benchmark in regional politics.
One now-viral anecdote tells of a 1:00 a.m. phone call from the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II—which was actually placed in error. Yet, in less than ten minutes, Dr. Amoakohene was already at the Manhyia Palace, ready to respond.
Though the call was unintentional, his lightning-fast appearance became a symbol of his readiness and dedication.
Another moment that caught public attention was his unflinching support during a raid on illegal mining sites, where he stood side-by-side with the Lands Minister.
His presence not only emphasized his commitment to curbing galamsey but also marked him as a leader unafraid to confront danger directly.
Political analyst Jonathan A. Syme captured public sentiment in a widely shared Facebook post:
“This man is literally everywhere in the Ashanti Region. Let someone mention a problem—he’s there that same day. It’s like he never sleeps. He’s making the NPP uncomfortable.”
That discomfort stems from an awkward reality: Dr. Amoakohene’s results-oriented style has begun to highlight the shortcomings of previous administrations, causing ripples within NPP ranks. Some party insiders are allegedly uneasy about how his performance contrasts with theirs—and how his rising popularity might impact internal dynamics.
Syme’s closing remark even carried a subtle jab:
“President Mahama didn’t send you to the Ashanti Region to erase the NPP—just to narrow the gap.”
Whether that gap widens or narrows remains to be seen, but one thing is clear — Dr. Amoakohene is raising the bar, and he’s doing it one late-night intervention at a time.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
