By Kekeli K. Blamey
Sogakope (V/R), June 2, GNA – Mr Alex Kwasi Akotey, Secretary to the Diocesan Laity Council of the Catholic Diocese of Keta-Akatsi, has called on leaders across all sectors to demonstrate courage, integrity and resilience in confronting corruption, inefficiency and other systemic challenges hindering national development.
He said transformational leadership often required difficult decisions and personal sacrifices, emphasising that leaders committed to reforms must remain steadfast even in the face of opposition, criticism and misunderstanding.
Mr Akotey made the call at the launch of his leadership handbook titled “The Storm Within: The Rise of a Vilified Leader” in Sogakope.
The handbook examines the experiences of leaders who challenge entrenched systems and vested interests, while advocating leadership anchored on accountability, justice, service and ethical responsibility.
“Transformational leadership is rarely convenient. Those who challenge broken systems are often misunderstood before they are appreciated,” Mr Akotey stated.
He urged young people, professionals, public servants and Church leaders to remain committed to truth and principled leadership, noting that sustainable development could only be achieved through visionary and morally grounded leadership.
A major highlight of the event was the formal unveiling of the handbook, accompanied by prayers and messages of encouragement from clergy and dignitaries.
Mr Maxwell Amekpor, Chairman of the occasion and a business executive, described leadership as the cornerstone of institutional growth and national development. He stressed the need for leaders to remain steadfast in their values despite mounting pressures and public scrutiny.
He said the launch of the handbook offered a valuable platform for reflection on the qualities required to lead effectively in challenging times.
Mr Amekpor noted that courageous and principled leadership was essential for building trust, strengthening institutions and driving meaningful change, and urged leaders at all levels to place integrity, accountability and service at the centre of their decisions.
Mr Kenneth Dzirasah, former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, in a keynote address, commended the author for contributing to discussions on leadership and governance.
He said the country needed courageous and principled leaders capable of driving meaningful reforms and strengthening public confidence in institutions.
He encouraged leaders to uphold transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in the discharge of their responsibilities.
The unveiling symbolised what participants described as a renewed commitment to promoting ethical leadership and strengthening institutions through accountability and responsible governance.
The event, held on the theme: “Leadership Beyond Resistance: Transforming Broken Systems with Courage and Vision,” brought together clergy, academics, public officials, business executives, students and civil society actors.
Present at the ceremony were Reverend Monsignor Peter Huletey, Vicar General of the Catholic Diocese of Keta-Akatsi, Rev Fr Edwin Julius Adjaku, Rev Fr Franklin Adzaho, Rev Fr Selasi Michael Combey and Rev Fr Godsway Alato.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Lydia Kukua Asamoah
