President Nana Akufo-Addo has slammed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, for his proposed “24-hour economy” policy, describing it as vague and lacking substance.
Speaking to religious and traditional leaders, as well as New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters in the Tema West constituency during his campaign tour of the Greater Accra Region, President Akufo-Addo urged voters to reject Mr. Mahama in the December 7 presidential election.
He argued that Mahama’s return would not deliver the innovative leadership Ghana requires, highlighting the achievements of his administration and the NPP. President Akufo-Addo emphasised policies that have positively impacted national development, asserting that the party’s strong governance record makes them the best choice to lead Ghana forward.
The President praised the NPP flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, as the most qualified candidate to guide the nation into the future. He emphasised Bawumia’s competence and vision, asserting that his leadership would ensure continuity in governance and accelerate Ghana’s progress.
President Akufo-Addo encouraged voters to focus on leadership qualities and policy-driven solutions, expressing confidence in the NPP’s development agenda. Under Bawumia’s stewardship, he believes the party can foster sustainable growth and effectively address the nation’s challenges.
Critiquing Mahama’s record, President Akufo-Addo questioned the feasibility of the “24-hour economy” proposal: “What is he [John Dramani Mahama] coming to do? A 24-hour economy? You couldn’t keep the lights on during the four years you were in power for 12 hours a day. How are you going to run a 24-hour economy when, for 12 hours a day, you couldn’t keep the lights on? You couldn’t pay the teacher training allowance. You couldn’t pay the nursing training allowance.”
