Ghanaian actor Stephen Atangah, popularly known as Don Little, has raised concerns about the country’s deteriorating infrastructure and questioned how taxpayers’ money is being utilized.
Speaking on Onua Showtime with McBrown, he expressed frustration over poor road conditions, inconsistent utility services, and high import duties, emphasizing the lack of accountability in government spending.
Don Little criticized the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) for billing citizens despite unreliable water supply. He questioned why people receive monthly water bills when their taps remain dry for long periods.
“Why are we paying for a service we don’t receive? For an entire month, no water flows, yet the bill keeps coming,” he lamented.
He also took issue with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), narrating how his prepaid meter was replaced but his existing GHS 500 credit was not transferred. Instead, he was asked to pay an additional GHS 100 to activate the new meter.
The actor voiced deep frustration over the poor state of Ghana’s roads, citing major highways such as the Accra-Kumasi road, Tema Motorway, and Amasaman road. According to him, the bad roads contribute to frequent vehicle repairs, costing drivers significant amounts.
“Every time I drive, I have to fix something in my car—either the tyres or suspension. Why should we keep paying road taxes when the roads are this bad?” he questioned.
He also found it ironic that drivers are required to obtain roadworthy certificates while the roads themselves remain unfit for use.
“The roads are in a terrible state, but drivers are the ones constantly being arrested. Who is holding those responsible for fixing these roads accountable?” he asked.
Don Little further criticized the expensive cost of clearing goods at Ghana’s ports, recalling his own experience.
“I paid a huge sum just to clear my car. I even thought they might consider my small size and reduce the fees, but no, they charged me in full,” he said humorously.
Despite his lighthearted approach, his message was clear—Ghanaians are burdened with heavy taxes and levies, yet infrastructure and public services remain substandard.
The actor’s concerns echo the frustrations of many Ghanaians who continue to pay taxes without seeing significant improvements in roads, utilities, and public services. He urged the government to be more transparent in tax usage and prioritize development that directly benefits citizens.
