Dr Ekua Amoakoh, the spokesperson for NPP flag‑bearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and the party’s Health Committee, said her passion for debate, governance and leadership has guided her journey into politics.
Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express with Emefa Adeti, Amoakoh explained that she has always been vocal about how institutions and society should be run and wanted to contribute to decisions affecting Ghana’s development.
"I always enjoyed debates and, you know, governance. And I always had opinions on stuff. So I think that’s why I wanted to be a politician. I always had opinions on what to do, how everything should be run," she said.
She recalled that leadership roles were a constant throughout her schooling, from junior secondary to senior secondary school. "At every point in my life, whether in JSS or secondary school, I always end up in some position of leadership because I’m very verbose," she added.
During medical school, Amoakoh described a lecturer nicknamed “Captain” who was intimidating to students. Many were too frightened to approach him with difficult issues, so they asked her to speak on their behalf. "We all needed to tell Captain something that he really wouldn’t understand. But everybody was just too frightened to tell him. They’d say, ‘Akua, go and do it,’" she recounted.
She said this pattern of speaking up for others reinforced her belief that she could be an effective voice in public life. "So I always knew that I always had that ability to be able to speak when I needed to. And I had opinions on everything," she said.
Amoakoh’s political ambition is also driven by a desire to shape Ghana’s future directly. "I didn’t want to be in a position where I couldn’t influence the growth of this country, for instance," she explained.
Her story underscores a broader trend of professionals entering politics to bring expertise and a fresh perspective to governance. The NPP has welcomed her as a dynamic spokesperson who blends medical knowledge with a strong commitment to public service. Her journey from student leader to national political figure highlights how early experiences in debate and advocacy can pave the way for impactful careers in public office.
