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Where are your economic theories?… Della Sowah quizzes Veep on Ghana’s worsening economy
The Member of Parliament for the people of Kpando Della Sowah has questioned the whereabouts of Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s economic theories propounded when in opposition.
According to her, did he not see this doom coming as he used to forecast in the past with lectures when he was a Vice Presidential candidate?
“Cant the numerous theories save this ailing and junk economy or it was just mere words and reading of textbooks?” she asked.
The Member of Parliament further charged the government to listen to the cry of institutions, individual bondholders and pensioners.
She noted that when the government belligerently refuses to listen to wise counsel and touch the funds of these people with its poorly thought-through Debt Exchange Programme, the situation will spell doom for households and livelihoods.
The MP for Kpando further said such an economic environment makes it difficult and scary for the survival of institutions and individuals.
“These conditions take the economy to below junk territory, making Ghanaians the sacrificial lambs for the harsh realities,” she added.
Her cluelessness coupled with the incompetence of the government and its economic team has organised investors who dared to put money in Eurobond.
She added institutions, individual bondholders, pensioners and others involved are in a tight corner.
Della Sowah urged the government to engage and listen more, for things are worsening and life keeps becoming worse.
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Libreville, Gabon, to participate in the inaugural Libreville International Forum for Innovation and Development, a high-level event that brings together Heads of State, government officials, global investors, and technology experts.
The forum, being held under the patronage of Mr Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, President of the Republic of Gabon, is on the theme “Political Stability, Business Climate, and Artificial Intelligence: Catalysts for Growth.”
The forum seeks to position Gabon as a regional innovation hub and key destination for international investment.
Organisers are holding the Forum to inaugurate the newly constructed Omar Bongo Ondimba Congress Centre, which also serves as the venue for the Forum and as a future centre for international dialogue.
The forum will culminate in the “Libreville Declaration,” which will showcase the strategic political leaders’ commitments to enhancing governance, transparency, and digital integration across the continent.
President Mahama remains a strong advocate for fostering partnerships that bridge the gap between government policy and private-sector growth to ensure inclusive development.
Former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko has informed the New Patriotic Party’s 2028 flagbearer, Mahamudu Bawumia, of his decision to contest for the position of National Chairman of the party.
Mr. Agyarko disclosed this during a courtesy call on Dr. Bawumia on May Day.
According to a statement from his team, the visit gave him the opportunity to commend the former Vice President for his service to both the New Patriotic Party and the country.
During the meeting, Mr. Agyarko, together with members of his campaign team, formally notified Dr. Bawumia of his planned nationwide tour as part of his campaign for the National Chairman position.
He reaffirmed his support for the former Vice President and stressed the need for unity within the party ahead of the 2028 general elections.
Mr. Agyarko said the NPP must remain united and committed to securing victory in the next elections.
According to the statement, his nationwide tour is expected to begin in the Ashanti Region next week.
By: Jacob Aggrey
