The Vice Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has made a passionate appeal to Ghanaians to vote against the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming December 7 elections. Speaking during a community engagement at Akokwaa in the Agona East Constituency, she highlighted the hardships caused by the current administration and emphasized the NDC’s commitment to reversing these challenges.
A Promise to Fix the Economy
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang underscored the NDC’s readiness to address Ghana’s economic struggles, which she attributed to poor governance by the NPP. She presented former President John Dramani Mahama, the NDC’s presidential candidate, as the only leader with the experience and vision necessary to steer the country out of its current difficulties.
Key Policy Initiatives
During her address, she outlined several transformative policies and initiatives that the NDC plans to implement if voted into power, including:
- The 24-Hour Economy: A strategy aimed at boosting productivity and creating jobs by keeping key sectors active round the clock.
- The Women’s Development Bank: A financial institution focused on empowering women entrepreneurs and promoting gender-inclusive growth.
- The National Apprenticeship Programme: An initiative designed to equip young people with practical skills and improve job opportunities.
- The Big Push: A large-scale infrastructure investment program to stimulate economic growth and development.
A Call to Action
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang encouraged Ghanaians, particularly first-time voters, to make their voices heard at the polls. She described voting out the NPP as a patriotic duty, necessary to restore hope and progress to the nation.
She praised John Dramani Mahama as a leader deeply committed to the well-being of Ghanaians, describing him as a visionary with a proven track record of delivering impactful policies during his tenure as president.
The Central Region Focus
This campaign stop in the Central Region is part of the NDC’s broader effort to connect with grassroots voters and share their vision for a brighter future under an NDC-led government. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s appeal reflects the party’s strategy to galvanize support by addressing pressing concerns and proposing actionable solutions.