By Ernest Nutsugah
Accra, Feb 27, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to take part in the upcoming National Economic Dialogue, scheduled for March 3 and 4, 2025.
In his State of the Nation Address on Thursday, he called on the opposition not to boycott the event, recalling their decision to abstain from the Senchi Forum in 2014.
President Mahama disclosed that a planning committee had been formed for the dialogue, which aimed to address the current economic challenges and reach a consensus on key policies.
He said that the National Economic Dialogue would fulfill his 120-day social contract with the Ghanaian people and contribute to the development of a homegrown fiscal consolidation program.
The President also noted that the forum would focus on highlighting essential structural reforms and policy priorities required to reset the economy and ensure prosperity for all citizens.
“I believe there’s absolute wisdom in what our elders say two heads are better than one… consultation and consensus building have always proven to be better than unilateral decision making.
“It is my hope, therefore, that our colleagues on the other side of the divide will display love of country and participate in this national dialogue, unlike the boycotts of the Senchi Forum in 2014,” he stated.
President Mahama commended Organised Labour for their cooperation during the negotiations for the 10 percent base pay and minimum wage adjustments under the 2025 Single Spine Salary Structure.
He indicated plans to activate the 24-hour economy policy, implement the “10 billion big push policy” for swift infrastructure development, “rationalise taxes, and foster inclusive growth.”
“I’m confident that the sacrifice we have all made this year will significantly benefit our economy’s health in the future…
“We look forward to a positive economic outlook as we restore macroeconomic stability…The goal is prosperity for all, which must be shared and not the prerogative of a select few,” he added.
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