Shifting the Narrative: Prof. Kobby Calls for Substance in Political Discourse amid Bawumia-Mahama 24-Hour Economy Debate
In the ongoing political discourse in Ghana, Prof. Kobby Mensah, a senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, has thrown a challenge to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Prof. Kobby urges Bawumia to shift the focus from criticizing John Mahama’s promise of a Twenty four-hour economy and instead showcase his own plans and achievements.
Mahama, positioning the 24-hour economy as a central theme in his 2024 presidential campaign, asserts that such a policy would contribute to economic growth and job creation. The former president outlines that an NDC government, if elected in 2025, plans to implement a Twenty four-hour economy with incentives and tax breaks for manufacturers running extra shifts to boost employment opportunities.
In response to Mahama’s proposal, Bawumia dismisses the idea, suggesting that Mahama lacks an understanding of what a 24-hour economy entails. Bawumia points to existing implementations of the policy in sectors such as healthcare and fuel, asserting that Mahama’s promise is redundant.
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Professor Kobby, however, takes a different stance, encouraging Bawumia to stop dwelling on critiques and instead outline his own vision for the country. In an X post, Prof. Kobby challenges Bawumia, stating, “someone should tell Bawumia to stop complaining about someone’s 24-hour economy and tell us what he has got.”
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The call for a shift in focus emphasizes the need for political discourse to center around concrete plans, policies, and achievements rather than becoming embroiled in verbal sparring. As the 2024 general elections draw nearer, Ghanaians will be watching closely to see how both candidates address the critical issues facing the nation and present their visions for a prosperous future.
The challenge issued by Prof. Kobby adds a new dimension to the debate, urging politicians to move beyond complaints and engage in substantive discussions about their respective agendas for Ghana.
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