Questions Mount Over Savannah Regional Minister’s Competence as Grassroots Anger Deepens

Recent comments by outspoken NDC communicator Bakari Shaibu, popularly known as “Cbroda,” have exposed what appears to be a growing crisis of confidence in the leadership and governance style of Savannah Regional Minister, Hon. Salisu Be-Awuribe. From Cbroda’s sharp criticism, one disturbing message stands out clearly: many party loyalists are beginning to question whether the Regional Minister is truly competent enough to occupy such a sensitive political and administrative office.

According to Cbroda, the Minister has not only failed politically in managing the NDC grassroots, but has also shown signs of weak leadership, poor governance coordination, and an apparent inability to unite party supporters behind the government’s agenda in the Savannah Region. In a political environment where grassroots mobilization and stakeholder engagement are essential, the Minister’s alleged detachment from party loyalists is increasingly being viewed as administrative incompetence rather than mere oversight.

A Regional Minister is not simply expected to occupy an office and attend ceremonies. The position demands strategic leadership, effective coordination between government and party structures, conflict management, grassroots engagement, and the ability to inspire confidence among the people. However, Cbroda’s public outburst paints a picture of a leader who appears disconnected from the realities on the ground and incapable of building the strong relationships needed to sustain governance and party unity.

The criticism becomes even more serious when viewed from the perspective of governance. A Regional Minister serves as the President’s representative in the region and is expected to ensure effective administration, political stability, and public confidence in government. But when loyal party members openly accuse the Minister of neglecting grassroots organizers, ignoring communicators, and alienating the youth, it raises legitimate concerns about his effectiveness in leadership and administration.

Cbroda’s comparison between Hon. Salisu Be-Awuribe and other Regional Ministers such as Dr. Frank Amoakohene further deepens the embarrassment. While other regions reportedly enjoy active engagement, inclusive leadership, and grassroots empowerment, Savannah Region is increasingly being described as politically dormant, poorly organized, and disconnected from its base. Such comparisons reinforce perceptions that the Regional Minister lacks the political maturity and leadership capacity required to effectively manage the region.

Even more damaging is the allegation that committed party members can walk into the Minister’s office and be treated like strangers. In governance, accessibility and responsiveness are key leadership qualities. A leader who isolates himself from the people who fought for the party’s victory risks creating frustration, resentment, and political instability within his own ranks. If party communicators and grassroots executives cannot easily engage their Regional Minister, then one must ask how ordinary citizens are expected to feel represented under his administration.

The growing dissatisfaction among the youth is another dangerous sign. Young people form the engine of political mobilization, and once they lose confidence in leadership, the consequences can be severe. Cbroda’s comments suggest that many young party loyalists now feel abandoned, demoralized, and excluded from decision-making processes. This is not just a political problem; it is a governance failure.

Concerns surrounding the National Chairman’s recent visit and the anticipated tour of President John Dramani Mahama to the Savannah Region only worsen the situation. Cbroda suggests that the lack of organization and poor engagement under the Minister’s watch could embarrass the party and expose deep cracks within the region’s political administration. Such warnings should not be ignored.

The silence and inaction of the Regional Minister in the face of these growing complaints may further strengthen the perception that he lacks the competence, urgency, and leadership strength expected of someone occupying such an influential office. Leadership is not about title or protocol; it is about performance, visibility, accessibility, and the ability to inspire trust and confidence among both government officials and ordinary party supporters.

Bakari Shaibu’s criticism may sound harsh, but it reflects a frustration shared by many who believe the Savannah Region deserves more proactive, competent, and people-centered leadership. If the allegations are true, then the issue is no longer just about party dissatisfaction — it is about whether Hon. Salisu Be-Awuribe possesses the leadership qualities necessary to effectively govern and represent the interests of the Savannah Region.