"Don't let power intoxicate you" - Kojo Adu Asare fires warning to "wicked" appointees

Kojo Adu Asare, former Member of Parliament for Adentan, fired a warning shot at government appointees and chief executives on Friday, 15 May 2026, on Asempa FM's Ekosiisen, describing some as "wicked" and arrogant. Mr. Adu Asare suggested that internal friction is brewing. He also said that it is only the current "unattractiveness" of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) that is preventing a total public explosion of grievances.

Mr. Adu Asare expressed deep concern over the conduct of younger appointees. He noted that many of these individuals, whom he saw "growing up under our feet" at party rallies and meetings, have now become inaccessible and disrespectful to the seniors who paved their way. He cautioned, "Some of the CEOs should slow down and respect us when we come to them... now you are a big boy. But where am I today? Don't think where you are sitting is cast in concrete or iron for you." He warned that the righteousness of the party is being overshadowed by the "evil" actions of a few who believe they are untouchable.

Drawing from his own experience, Mr. Adu Asare reminded current power brokers that the corridors of power are notoriously lonely once the V8 engines stop humming. He pointed out that sycophants quickly migrate to whoever takes over, leaving the former appointee to face their "bad experiences" in isolation. He added, "It can be lonely. They will still move to the new person who is taking over... These are temporary positions. You will also be seeking the same audience from a colleague one day."