My excitement about a statement made by Hon. Johnson Asiedu Nketia, Chairman of the governing party, on 26th August 2025—that “Ghanaians are beginning to forget about merit in recruitment – it’s all about protocol and whom you know”—stems from the fact that the current leaders of Ghana are not only identifying our most debilitating problems, but are also showing leadership beyond mere rhetoric. They are demonstrating commitment, setting the right tone, and making pragmatic efforts to address the very issues impeding our growth and development.