Retired Supreme Court Justice William Atuguba has criticised politicians for becoming inaccessible to the public after winning elections.

Speaking at an event sighted by GhanaWeb on July 18, 2026, Justice Atuguba said many politicians make themselves available to voters during election campaigns but become difficult to reach once they assume office.

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He noted that during campaigns, politicians freely interact with people, join them in their daily activities and present themselves as ordinary citizens to win their trust.

“Elections are coming, the politicians are free with everybody, drinking palm wine, pounding fufu, washing clothes, more than people of the people. As soon as the results come, our calls will not be picked by the ministers or MPs,” he said.

Justice Atuguba questioned why elected officials should become inaccessible after securing victory at the polls.

“What kind of life is this? Just a day before, we're all one. Today, victory has come, you have no… I mean, is that how it should be?” he added.

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He said the relationship between politicians and the people should not end after elections, stressing that public office holders must remain available to the citizens they serve.

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“Elections are coming, politicians are free with everybody. As soon as the results come, their calls will not be picked.” – Justice William Atuguba, Retired Supreme Court Justice. #ChannelOneNews #CitiNewsroom #GhanaNews

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