Ghanaian political leaders debate policy continuity and economic stability

Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has criticized Ghana’s political culture of abandoning or rebranding successful government programs every four years. Speaking at the 4th Bono Regional Ghana Journalists Association Awards, he argued that restarting initiatives under new names wastes public funds and undermines long-term development. While acknowledging that failing policies should be discontinued, he emphasized that working programs should be maintained and improved to ensure continuity.

Nketiah also called for proactive long-term planning to address emerging challenges such as rapid urbanization, population growth, and rising demands for energy and housing. He urged the government to invest in infrastructure and industrial land before shortages become costly crises.

Separately, United Party leader Alan Kyerematen commented on Ghana’s economic landscape. While praising the NDC government for stabilizing the macroeconomy, Kyerematen cautioned that two years of improved indicators do not constitute long-term stability. He argued that true economic success requires sustained growth, suggesting that the country needs a decade of annual growth between 8% and 10% to establish lasting stability.