- Rex Omar is willing to take a political appointment if it is handed to him
- The GHAMRO boss believes he is now more mature and experienced in handling any political office within his purview
- In a recent interview, he also advocated changing Ghana’s presidential term limit from four to six years
Famous Ghanaian musician Rex Omar has expressed his readiness to serve in a political role if given the opportunity.
Rex Omar, a committed member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed his willingness to accept a political appointment that aligns with his capabilities.
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“I will [accept a political appointment] because now I think I am of age and I think that if I am given any appointment that is within my capacity, I will be able to contribute positively to the development of this country,” he said.
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The Hitmaker by Abiba he explained that he is ready to take up a political position now because his experience and maturity equip him to make a positive impact on the progress of the country.
When asked about the possibility of serving in the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, he took a pragmatic stance, stating that he would evaluate such opportunities based on their alignment with his skills and expertise.
In one interview with Joy FM, Omar emphasized the importance of intelligence and awareness in effectively fulfilling government roles. He expressed confidence in his ability to excel in whatever position he is assigned, stressing the importance of dedication and ability in driving meaningful change in the country.
Rex Omar advocates extending presidential terms to strengthen governance
Speaking further, the outspoken GHAMRO boss also opined on Ghana’s democratic landscape, advocating for a review of the presidential term to enhance the effectiveness of governance.
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In his estimation, the current four-year presidential term in Ghana may not provide sufficient time for a government to enact meaningful economic changes.
Drawing a comparison with the United States, where the presidential term is also four years, Rex Omar highlighted the stark contrast in democratic maturity between the two nations. He pointed out that Ghana’s democracy is still in its nascent stages compared to America’s long democratic traditions, suggesting that a longer presidential term could provide more scope for effective governance.
“Because America has elections every four years, we jump too, but the question is that America’s democracy is over 200 years old. We’re just getting started, okay. So look at our situation,” he said.
Proposing a shift to a six-year presidential term, Rex Omar argued that an extended term would give administrations the necessary runway to implement important policies and initiatives. By allocating the initial year or a year and a half to establish governance structures, a six-year term would allow ample time for substantial progress, thereby allowing governments to demonstrate tangible results within a single term.
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Rex Omar slams Ghanaian artiste managers
Meanwhile, Rex Omar recently shared his thoughts on the skills of Ghanaian artiste managers.
Reacting in a social media post, the musician shared the plight most Ghanaian artistes face with their managers.
He suggested some characteristics that musicians should look for when choosing a manager.
Source: YEN.com.gh