Social activist Amaro Shakur has commended the current National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, describing it as responsive, inclusive, and committed to making governance easier for citizens and development partners.

Speaking on The Citizen Show on Accra 100.5 FM on Wednesday, Shakur noted that the government’s open-door approach has simplified the work of activists and community leaders, especially when it comes to raising concerns about development issues.

According to him, the administration listens and acts swiftly whenever problems are reported, eliminating the usual back-and-forth struggles often associated with governance.

“They have made our work easier. When something is not going well, and you speak up, they listen and respond.

There is no unnecessary delay or back and forth,” he said.

Shakur stressed that development should not be influenced by political differences, adding that national progress must benefit everyone regardless of party affiliation.

He cited a personal example involving a bridge project in a community that has historically supported the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for over two decades and has never voted for the NDC.

Despite this, he said the government still responded positively to their request for help.

“We went to fix a bridge in a town that has been NPP for 24 years.

The NDC has never had votes there, but when the President heard about the problem, he didn’t say they didn’t vote for us. He approved the work,” Shakur explained.

He contrasted this with what he described as past leadership styles that sometimes excluded people based on political loyalty.

Shakur referenced former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s earlier comments about difficulties working with independent candidates as an example of divisive politics.

He emphasised that the country’s development should be a collective effort, urging Ghanaians to support any government initiative that improves lives, regardless of political colour.

“We are all building the Ghana we want together. If something is good for the country, it is good for all of us. Things like water, roads, and basic infrastructure benefit everyone, so we should support them,” he added.

Shakur concluded by calling for unity and less politicisation of development projects, saying progress can only be achieved when citizens and leaders work hand in hand for the common good.