Election 2024: Mahama’s 24-Hour economy whimsical and mythical — Dr Tedam

Dr. Yusif Tedam, a former National Treasurer aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has dismissed former President John Dramani Mahama’s proposed 24-Hour Economy policy as unrealistic and poorly defined.

Speaking to the media on December 4, 2024, Dr. Tedam criticized Mahama’s plan as a vague promise lacking concrete strategies for addressing Ghana’s economic challenges.

“After nine months of promoting this idea, Mahama has yet to provide any detailed plan for implementation,” he stated.

He described the policy as "nothing more than a whimsical and mythical vision," claiming “it was a desperate ploy by Mahama to regain political power.”

Dr. Tedam also questioned Mahama’s credibility, referencing examples of what he described as failures during his tenure as president.

He pointed to prolonged power outages (dumsor), the cancellation of teacher and nursing trainee allowances, and what he called the collapse of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) as evidence of Mahama's mismanagement.

“His leadership was marred by scandals and incompetence, and a return to his presidency would only set the country back,” Dr. Tedam argued.

In contrast, Dr. Tedam lauded the vision and policies of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who is the NPP’s presidential candidate.

He highlighted Bawumia’s emphasis on job creation, tax reforms, and the development of a world-class digital economy as actionable and clear strategies for Ghana’s progress.

“Unlike Mahama, who thrives on empty promises, Bawumia provides real solutions with detailed implementation plans. This is the kind of leadership Ghana deserves,” Dr. Tedam said.

Dr. Tedam urged Ghanaians to reject Mahama’s bid for a return to power and instead vote for the continuity of progress under Dr. Bawumia.

“Ghanaians cannot afford to revisit the failures of the past. Let us choose a future of progress with Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia,” he concluded.