Across the subregion, the rising cost of politics is reshaping the struggle for power. Studies show that in Ghana, contesting a parliamentary seat can cost a candidate over one hundred thousand dollars—an amount far beyond the reach of most citizens. From Nigeria to Sierra Leone, money has become the gatekeeper of who gets elected, raising deep concerns about equity, accountability, and the very future of our democratic systems. In today’s edition of citizens hour, we ask a pressing question for the sustainability of region’s democracy, Is West Africa’s democracy slowly turning into moneycracy? In terms of elections, justice delivery and fundamental freedoms. To help us unpack this, we’re joined by distinguished voices, Hon Dickson Adomako Kissi, former Member of Parliament in Ghana.