Former Deputy Attorney-General, Diana Asonaba Dapaah, has reflected on global political systems, communication dynamics, and governance practices, describing political parties as “ships” navigating a complex international environment shaped by strategy, communication, and public engagement.
She made the comments via a video address as she was unable to attend the 2026 Law Students’ Network (LSN) Leadership and Law Series held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the ISSER Conference Centre, University of Ghana, Legon. The event was held under the theme: “Beyond the Classroom: Winning in Law and Politics.”
Touching on politics, globalisation, and governance trends, she suggested that political parties across the world operate as organised structures with distinct ideologies and directions, often competing within broader democratic systems.
“My humble belief is that, out of four or more parties, each party is a ship,” she said, noting that political systems globally continue to evolve in response to changing communication practices and societal expectations.
She further referenced the growing influence of communication and social media in shaping modern governance, indicating that political engagement is increasingly driven by information flow, public perception, and digital platforms.
According to her, contemporary governance is closely tied to communication capacity, stressing that how political messages are transmitted and received plays a significant role in shaping democratic outcomes and public understanding.
She also expressed interest in comparative governance practices, referencing international contexts and suggesting that global political systems are constantly adapting to new realities shaped by technology and societal change.
She highlighted the importance of learning from different governance models and understanding how political systems operate beyond national borders, especially in an era of increased global interconnection.
At one point, she reflected on personal experiences and observations from travel, including a reference to China, where she suggested that exposure to different environments offered insights into governance capacity and development practices.
She also used a personal anecdote involving a fall from a bridge, describing it in reflective terms while noting the experience offered a striking view and a moment of contemplation about resilience and perspective.
“It’s a bad day too… I climbed up to the top of the bridge and I fell down before I could get back. The experience left her reflecting on the beauty of the surroundings despite the incident,” she further added.
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