The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama has reiterated that he's better positioned as the leader capable of restoring Ghana’s struggling economy.
He has pledged bold reforms and a comprehensive plan for economic recovery if he is elected president in the upcoming December 7 general elections.
His message, delivered during a campaign tour in the Upper West Region, struck a tone of hope and revitalization, resonating particularly with the nation’s youth.
During his tour of Nadowli and Wichaw, Mahama addressed enthusiastic supporters, expressing deep concern over the worsening economic conditions in the country.
He blamed the current New Patriotic Party (NPP) government for mismanaging the economy over the past eight years, leading to financial hardship for many Ghanaians. Mahama emphasized the need for decisive leadership to reverse the country's economic decline.
Mr Mahama’s speeches highlighted the severe impact of the NPP’s economic policies on the youth, who he said have borne the brunt of unemployment, stagnant wages, and limited economic opportunities.
He noted that the youth, in particular, are struggling to find jobs and make ends meet in a challenging economic environment. According to him, the NPP government has failed to create a favourable atmosphere for job creation and economic prosperity.
In describing the current state of Ghana’s economy, Mahama painted a grim picture. He cited a high inflation rate, unsustainable national debt, and a rapidly weakening currency as key indicators of the country's financial crisis.
These issues, he said, have led to widespread frustration among citizens, who are grappling with rising living costs and diminishing purchasing power.
“NDC is going to come and fix the economy. I know a lot of young people are losing hope. A lot of young people say, look, we don’t see any future in this country. And I can understand you. After what has happened these last 8 years, you are justified to lose hope in your country."
“But I stand here as the former president of Ghana and the incoming president of Ghana to appeal to all the young people of this country. You are my children because many of you are the same ages as my sons, and I appeal to you not to lose hope in this country. This country will rise again," he stated.
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