John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has reiterated his preparedness to work together with the labour unions to achieve progress if elected president.
The leader of the largest opposition party said he is ready to work with the unions to “build the Ghana we all want together.”
“I am prepared to work with you again to commence the vital repair work our country needs after enduring such turbulence. We have achieved progress before, and I am confident we can do so again,” former President Mahama said.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, May 1, to observe 2024 International Workers’ Day, the former President stressed the significance of his proposed 24-hour economic policy to forge a brighter future for Ghana.
“Together, we can forge a brighter future for Ghana—a future that secures both your present and addresses the risks posed to your SSNIT pensions by the current government.
”I call on every Ghanaian to support this transformative vision, which promises to revitalise our job market and foster long-term sustainable development,” he said.
According to the NDC flagbearer, adopting a 24-hour economic model will “diversify our economy and empower our workforce.”
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“This approach will enable more flexible work schedules for workers, enhancing work-life balance, well-being, and productivity,” he added.
Moreover, the NDC 2024 presidential candidate bemoaned the state of the Ghanaian economy as characterised by corruption, massive unemployment, and incompetence, making life unbearable for workers.
“Today’s celebration is tempered by our country’s severe challenges because of poor governance, incompetence, economic mismanagement, and institutionalised corruption under the current administration. Never in our history has a democratically elected government taken a wrecking ball to our economy with such ferocity.
“The forthcoming elections on December 7 offer us a pivotal opportunity to alter our current trajectory and set a new course. During my first tenure as President, I steered the affairs of this nation through similarly challenging times.”
“We overcame a significant energy crisis, implemented a universal salary structure, spearheaded transformative infrastructural developments, and built a more resilient economy,” Mr. Mahama emphasised.
He further called on Ghanaians to uphold peace and unity before, during and after the December 7 polls.
“Let’s commit to ensuring that our upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections are conducted peacefully and fairly, with a steadfast focus on upholding workers’ rights,” he advised.
