Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem on Friday, Forson stated that the government has made significant strides, and he will ensure continuity.

The candidate added he has the interest of his constituents at heart and he does not live off people or rely on businessmen for support.

“I don’t live off people; I am not a businessman. I’m a homeboy who accommodates almost everybody,” Forson said.

According to him, his focus is on serving the people of Tema Central, and he dismissed claims of arrogance, calling them “just propaganda.”

When asked what inspired his political journey, Forson touched on the challenges facing the youth in the constituency, particularly unemployment.

He said youth unemployment is a major challenge and expressed his readiness to tackle it head-on.

“The only contest is to win. We are not here to play games. It is about changing Tema Central and creating more opportunities for the youth. Youth unemployment is a challenge that I’m ready to cross, and we need to focus on providing more jobs for our young people,” Forson added.

Going forward, he stated that his focus is on making a positive impact on people’s lives.

“We are impacting people’s lives, and we are not ready to stop. My mission is to improve this community and provide the necessary resources and opportunities for the people of Tema Central,” he said.

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I do this a lot; and some of you have received random messages and phone calls from me whenever I can or feel inclined to.

But more than anything it’s the comments from his friends that worried me; some mocked him, others experessed disappointment in his inability to “tough it out” and the worst were those who encouraged him to do it.
Only a few thought it wise to say kind words or try to reach out to him and encourage him not to.
For days I’ve montored his page and wondered about if he’s ok, got the help he needed and if he actually went through with it.
I even wondered how the friends who’d made fun of him would feel if he’d actually killed him self.
Well he did.
There’s so much we don’t understand about depression, mental health and the people who suffer through it; it’s easy for us to think them weak or stupid because we presume they’re just people not “tough enough” for this life.

But the truth is we all have those days when we feel the weight of the world on our shoulders, days when we’re unhappy for no reason, days when we feel like everyone’s against us, and days when we can’t even put into words how we feel.

Days like that all we need is someone to talk to, someone’s who’s willing to listen and if possible get us professional help.

People who commit suicide are just crying out for help and it’s up to us to hear their silent cry.
Unfortunately recent events have led me to believe that we’ve become a society that lacks empathy or an understanding of mental health. And because of this we sit by, make fun, humiliate and further kick people when they’re down.
Dear Kofi, I’m so sorry we didn’t hear you on time, I’m sorry on behalf of those that laughed at you, they didn’t know any better, and I’m sorry that you felt pushed to do this. May your death encourage us all to do better and look out for each other more.
Below are screen shots from comments I and others wrote on his wall leading up to his death.

** NOTE : Dear Dia is still open to all. I created it on my blog for people to share their stories or what they’re going through anonymously.

Just being able to share your story sometimes helps, and thankfully so many people leave kind words of support and in some cases professionals reach out to help. Send you story to contact@lydiaforson.com

Read her article below;

Dear Feminist,
Let’s not fight those who don’t get us; especially those who continue to promote the stereotype that has followed the movement for years because of the actions of some and the misconception of others.

Instead let’s try to educate them, seeing that a lot of them don’t seem to know any better or what the word feminism even means.

If that doesn’t work IGNORE and save your energy for a fight that’s really worth it.

But here’s a little education for those needing it.

1. We don’t hate men, we just don’t like the abusive, oppressive and chauvinist type; we also don’t believe our world “should” revolve around them if we don’t want it to. (Honey if you want your world to revolve around your man, go right ahead knowing you did it by CHOICE).

2. We don’t hate marriage, we just don’t believe it’s a MUST for every woman, or there’s a timeline for when you should just to please society.

3. A lot of feminist are married and even stay at home. Author Malaka Grant is a wonderful mother of 4 a stay at home mom and one of the strongest feminist I know. Famed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is equally married with a child. My sis Hajia-Xalia Qassim is equally a mother, wife and a strong feminist. **So where’s the proof that feminist hate marriage or never marry.

4. Feminism isn’t a word limited to only women, but men too. Because it’s all about the fight for equality irrespective of gender; if you’re a man and you believe this, you’re a feminist.

5. Feminism has no age, class or “look”. How you dress, the job you do, your lifestyle etc doesn’t determine if you’re more or less of a feminist. You can wear a mini skirt, a hijab or dress like a tomboy and still be a feminist.

Ultimately it’s about having the right to have a say in how we live our lives, what we do with our bodies etc regardless of how you may feel about it.

You don’t have to LIKE what we stand for, but you have to respect our right to do so.

On that note; listen ain’t no body got time to be fighting battles that will only exhaust and drain us, if you don’t want to be educated we’ll take a back seat, get some popcorn and watch you entertain us with your ignorance.

He says, he doesn’t see reason in preceding his role models as far as marriage is concerned, whiles these great personalities remain single.

“I started watching Patrice Amegashie, John [Gemen], Sammy Forson, John Dumelo and Lexis Bill at a very tender age but till now they are not married, I don’t see the need to rush into marriage if my Grandfather ain’t,” he said.

In an interview with ghanaweb.com, the comedian said it is time these persons took the “marriage thing” seriously as it’s been a long time coming.

He, however, hinted that he will want to marry a submissive and God fearing woman who will also be his number one critic when he finally makes the decision to marry.

As far as he is concerned, his marriage is no business for Ghanaians because even his “grandfathers” are still unmarried and yet don’t seem bothered.

“I want a woman who is God fearing, understanding and not the nagging type to marry, but since my grandfathers are still not married I don’t see why I should rush,” he added.

watch the interview below: