I spent the earlier part of the day glued to the TV, watching Obama in Ghana.

To be honest, unlike my friend Kojo Anan (http://www.i-can-ghana.com), I was initially not so awed by the impending visit. However seeing him there and realizing that this is an American president who is part African does something to me and I guess most Ghanaians.

It is great for Ghana because we’ve showed the world we can do that whole democracy thing – our way.

It’s cool because Obama puts Ghana on the map.

It’s awesome because among my African friends, this is a year’s worth of bragging rights.

Most important of all, this is someone who can reprimand African leaders and get away with it.

Remember, he is one of us.

Check this out:

The ruling government in Ghana lost by 40000 votes.

It’s incredulous that a sitting African government could not find 40000 votes somewhere to match things up, but that’s where Ghana is.

And it’s imperative that the whole continent follows suit.

That is something Obama made clear in his speech. Because of who he is, he can say that without sounding condescending.

The political status anywhere on the continent is a fragile affair – all it takes is one ambitious lieutenant!

Even as we celebrate the achievements of our country, lets keep working to preserve what we’ve achieved.

…and thanks Mr President for honoring us with your vist and recognition of  whole nation.

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