Joe Jackson of Dalex Finance has been inducted as a Fellow of the Institute of Charted Economists-Ghana (ICEG).
The conferment ceremony happened on Tuesday 3rd August.
In his welcome address, Gideon O. Amissah- CEO of the Institute, explained that ICEG’s mission is to promote and encourage the study and development of the art and science of economics in public practice, industries, commerce, etc. and to inculcate professionalism and specialisation in the economics profession in Ghana.
He further mentioned that they seek out exceptional economists to join their fold as an institute, hence the decision to induct Joe Jackson as a fellow of the institute.
Prof. Peter Tuffuo Asubonteng led the induction and charged Joe Jackson to uphold the institute's code of ethics.
In his response, Mr Joe Jackson proceeded to share a presentation on his take of the Mid-year budget to the audience.
In his presentation, Mr Jackson reiterated his infamous quote, “Ghana is broke”. He further explained that the country’s appetite for borrowing is simply unsustainable.
He, however, acknowledged that the government had done well by collecting the taxes it said it would collect.
In summary, he noted that “the best thing is nothing has changed. But, unfortunately, the worst thing is also that nothing has changed.”
Overall, however, he agreed that the government deserves to give a pass mark, having met most of the targets set.
Kenneth Thompson, CEO of Dalex Finance, expressed how proud he was of Mr Jackson.
He acknowledged that no one comes close to Joe Jackson when it comes to breaking complex economic issues for the ordinary Ghanaian.
Latest Stories
-
Easter celebration: Ghana AIDS Commission to distribute free condoms in Kwahu
10 mins -
Zeepay secures additional $3m from Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund
17 mins -
Over 70% of power outages were due to planned maintenance works – ECG to PURC
20 mins -
Access Bank partners Horseman Shoes to boost local shoe manufacturing industry
31 mins -
Election 2024: Don’t vote for candidates making empty promises – CDD to Ghanaians
36 mins -
IGP shares Easter safety tips on Adom FM’s ‘Ofie Kwanso’
1 hour -
Ebo Whyte offers fully-funded trip as he unveils new play ‘Dubai or No Sex’
1 hour -
Ancient culture of Anlo Kingdom: Exploring “Torkor Atorlia,” the fifth landing stage’s old ways of punishment
1 hour -
Leaders from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Botswana, Cameroon and Sierra Leone to lead discussions at Africa Finance Corporation’s (AFC) 4th Country & Stakeholder Symposium
2 hours -
Network International Delivers Strong 2023 Revenue growth at 15% y/y and free cashflow growth of 16% y/y
2 hours -
President Akufo-Addo extends Easter Greetings to Ghanaians, urges safe drive
2 hours -
Government pushes for use of more local materials in housing, other infrastructure projects
3 hours -
Dr Bawumia extends Easter greetings to Christians
3 hours -
CAF Confederation Cup: ‘Ghanaians should expect victory against Stade Malien’ – Dreams FC forward Ishmael Dede
3 hours -
CAF Confederation Cup: ‘We want to go there and win’ – Karim Zito on Stade Malian clash
4 hours