Winneba, August 24 – The National Democratic Congress (NDC) launched its manifesto for the 2024 elections in Winneba, with former President John Dramani Mahama, the party’s flagbearer, delivering a scathing attack on the incumbent administration’s economic management.
Mahama described the NPP’s promises as “repackaged with ribbons and swiftly scented with enticing promises” that have yielded little results. He emphasized, “We had a plan, and we executed it. We handed over a thriving economy to them, with most state-owned enterprises breaking even or making a profit.”
The former President highlighted his administration’s achievements, particularly in the energy sector, which was stabilized with the fastest mobilization of emergency power of almost 800 megawatts in Ghana’s history.
He also cited the cocoa sector, which was making profits and held GH¢1.5 billion in cocoa bills at the central bank, and the oil sector, where his administration handed over two new oil-producing wells, increasing production by over 100,000 barrels per day and generating additional revenues of over half a billion dollars annually.
Mahama criticized the incumbent administration for squandering these gains, particularly in the energy sector, where a “family ruling family quarrel” led to the US withdrawing $190 million meant for private sector participation and improvements in collections.
“We cannot fail Mother Ghana,” Mahama urged. “Therefore, I urge you all to vote for change on December 7th, 2024. Let us rise up to reset our beloved nation.”
The manifesto launch was attended by NDC supporters and members, who welcomed Mahama’s message with enthusiasm.
The party is confident that its policies and vision will resonate with Ghanaians and lead to a victory in the upcoming elections.
Mahama’s speech highlighted the NDC’s commitment to restoring Ghana’s economic glory and addressing the failures of the incumbent administration.
With the December 7th elections approaching, the NDC is poised to capitalize on the growing discontent with the NPP’s economic management.
