Victoria Hamah Provides Detailed Explanation on NDC’s 24-Hour Economy Agenda

Former Deputy Minister of Communication, Victoria Hamah, has provided a comprehensive explanation of the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) proposed 24-hour economy agenda.

The 24-hour economy initiative, introduced by NDC presidential candidate John Dramani Mahama, has become a focal point of debate leading up to the 2024 elections, drawing both support and skepticism from various quarters, including the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Taking to Facebook, Ms. Hamah addressed the discourse surrounding the 24-hour economy, offering insights into its underlying principles and objectives.

“The 24-Hour Economy is primarily a demand-driven policy proposal, founded on capital infrastructure, agribusiness, and constitutional review. It aims to achieve sustainable industrialization of Ghana’s economy by supplying it with much-needed sustainable jobs and private capital,” Ms. Hamah explained.

She elaborated further, stating, “Therefore, the 24-Hour Economy will provide Ghanaians with more jobs and more businesses. To ensure the sustainable development of Ghana’s economy, we must transition from short-term supply-driven policy interventions to long-term demand-driven policies.”

Ms. Hamah underscored the importance of demand-driven policies in fostering structural transformation and reducing Ghana’s dependency on external aid and loans.

Her clarification comes in the wake of criticisms leveled against some NDC leaders for their perceived failure to effectively communicate the details of the 24-hour economy agenda to the public.

The discussion gained traction following a segment on Paul Odom Otchere’s ‘Good Evening Ghana’ program, where NDC communicator Dr. Grace Ayensu Danquah engaged in a contentious exchange with NPP Communicator Akosua Manu over the policy.

Otchere condemned Dr. Danquah’s remarks as “dirty, nasty, and low,” highlighting the need for constructive dialogue and clarity on policy matters.