The governing National Democratic Congress has congratulated farmers in Ghana.

In a statement signed by the party’s General Secretary, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, it promised to continue to meet the needs of the Ghanaian farmer to increase productivity.

Below is the full statement.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) wishes to congratulate all farmers on the occasion of farmers’ day. The day is observed to recognize your invaluable contributions towards the growth of the nation’s economy.

Over the years you have consistently sacrificed by working hard to feed the nation and ensure food security. The NDC believes that your contribution to the GDP is an asset that continues to sustain the performance of the country’s economy in a very satisfactory manner.

It is worth noting that your immeasurable contributions have helped push forward the country’s development agenda including meeting the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) one, that has seen poverty halved.

As the nation celebrates you on this special occasion , we  wish to reiterate the NDC government’s commitment to meeting the needs of the Ghanaian farmer by providing the necessary support and enabling environment to enable you to increase your productivity, that, would help meet the expectations of ensuring food security and sustainability. 

On this special day the NDC wishes to join all Ghanaians in celebrating the achievement of the nation’s gallant farmers.
THE NDC SALUTE THE GHANAIAN FARMER.
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