In a historic inauguration ceremony at the Black Star Square in Accra, President John Dramani Mahama outlined his vision for Ghana, pledging to address key national challenges through a focused and transformative agenda.
Addressing thousands of Ghanaians, dignitaries, and global leaders who gathered for the momentous occasion, President Mahama emphasized his administration's commitment to tackling Ghana’s pressing issues.
In his inaugural speech, he identified four critical areas that will form the backbone of his government’s strategy for national development.
“We will focus our initial efforts on four critical areas: economic restoration and stabilisation of the macroeconomic environment; improvement of the business and investment environment; governance and constitutional reforms; and accountability and the fight against corruption,” he stated.
President Mahama acknowledged the challenges facing the nation, particularly economic hardships, corruption, and unemployment, and assured Ghanaians that his administration is prepared to take decisive action.
He highlighted the importance of positioning Ghana to adapt to global economic shifts, noting, “The combined total of the GDP of the BRICS nations has been consistently increasing, while the G7’s share has been steadily dropping.”
He pledged to prioritise economic stabilisation as a cornerstone of his leadership.
The President’s ambitious agenda also includes creating an innovative and vibrant 24-hour economy anchored in agriculture and agribusiness, which he said would stimulate local industries, attract foreign investments, and generate decent jobs for the youth.
President Mahama also celebrated the historic milestone of Ghana’s first female Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, describing her as a symbol of the nation’s commitment to gender equality and inclusion.
As the new administration begins its work, President Mahama called on Ghanaians to unite in building a brighter future, urging collective effort and patriotism.
“This is a patriotic call to action for all of us to participate in building a nation that lives up to its promise, where hope thrives, and dreams become a reality,” he concluded.
With his return to power marking a historic political comeback, Ghanaians eagerly await the rollout of his government’s plans and initiatives in the coming months.
Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith
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