Martin Ampem questions NDC’s delivery on 24-Hour Economy promise

Martin Ampem, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Organizer for the Biakoye constituency, has questioned the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government’s progress on its flagship 24-hour economy policy, arguing that Ghanaians are yet to see sufficient tangible results.

Speaking on the Bubune Morning Show on Bubune 91.7 FM, Ampem said the government was expected to demonstrate concrete progress on its major campaign promises within the first six months to one year of assuming office.

“When it comes to what we call flagship programmes, when you win power, within the first six months to one year, the public expects to see that you have started something concrete,” he said.

He questioned whether the government had adequately addressed the infrastructure and financial incentives needed to encourage businesses to operate beyond conventional working hours.

Ampem expressed concern about the reliability of electricity supply, arguing that businesses would struggle to operate around the clock without a stable power supply.

“We don't have a stable power supply in the country, so how are these companies going to run?” he asked.

He also questioned the status of proposed incentives for businesses operating at night, saying he had yet to see clear evidence of their implementation. According to him, such incentives would be important in encouraging businesses to extend their operating hours, increase production and create employment.

The NPP organiser further criticised what he described as the lack of tangible results from the government’s flagship programmes.

“Today, look at what we are experiencing … none of those grand promises are functioning properly to show that real work is being done,” he said.

Ampem also raised concerns about the economic pressures facing traders and workers, claiming that many Ghanaians were struggling to afford goods at the market.

“When you go to the market, people cannot buy because there is no money in their pockets,” he stated.

He cited market women, teachers, nurses and workers in the mining sector among those he believes are experiencing economic difficulties, arguing that the government must do more to demonstrate the impact of its policies on ordinary citizens.

With roughly two years remaining in the government’s term, Ampem called on government representatives in the Biakoye Constituency to explain the progress made on the 24-hour economy and outline what residents could expect before the end of the administration.

He also endorsed former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as a better alternative for Ghana, arguing that the NPP offered a stronger option for addressing the country’s challenges.