John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has renewed his vow to resurrect failing banks and financial institutions after a complete and unbiased investigation.
Concerned about Ghana’s rising unemployment rate, he urged Ghanaians to vote overwhelmingly for him in the 2024 general elections to revive the country’s suffering economy.
In a conversation with Ghanaians on Sunday, June 9, Mr Mahama acknowledged the growing unhappiness among Ghanaian young.
He reassured them of his dedication to building a nation marked by shared growth and prosperity.
“My dear youth, while I agree with your justifiable anger and disappointments, I urge you to keep hope alive. Have faith in God and the power of your thumb. Ghanaians are in search of hope, hope they can believe in! Hope with the assurance that Ghana will be reset onto the path of progress and prosperity.
“Hope, knowing they can live in safe neighbourhoods and earn a living if they study hard, work hard, and live as law-abiding citizens. This is what Ghanaians are yearning for, and this is precisely what the NDC and I are presenting to you in this election of 2024.
“Exercise your franchise by voting for me, John Mahama, on 7th December 07 and for the NDC Parliamentary Candidate in your constituency. As your selfless, truthful, experienced, and visionary leader, I need your vote to reset Ghana. I assure you I will work with you to build a country of shared growth and prosperity.”
He stated, “By resetting Ghana, I will heal the dangerous damage to our country’s economy and people.
Businessmen and women who have received unfair deals from government officials will have a say and can be assured of restoration. Banks and financial institutions that have fallen will be reinstated following a thorough and unbiased investigation. We will create quality and well-paying jobs through my 24-hour economy proposal.
“Let me be clear: I am utterly appalled and disappointed by the unprecedented unemployment rate we are seeing today.”
Ken Ofori-Atta, former Finance Minister, oversaw the financial sector’s cleanup from mid-2017 until January 2020.
The clean-up reduced the number of banks from 34 to 23, while 347 microfinance institutions, 15 savings and loans, and eight finance houses had their licenses withdrawn.
