Mahama ‘s 24-hour Economy is Empty – Barker-Vormawor

’24-hour Economy’ is Empty – Barker-Vormawor, former frontliner of the Fix The Country Movement gives opines. The concept of a 24-hour economy has recently become a topic of intense debate in Ghana, following the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, proposing it as a policy to revitalize the nation’s economic landscape. The idea, at its core, seeks to transform Ghana into a bustling, round-the-clock economy, theoretically opening up a plethora of opportunities for businesses and employment. However, not everyone is sold on the viability of this proposition.

Oliver Barker-Vormawor, a vocal critic and former leader of the #FixTheCountry Movement, has cast a shadow of doubt over the 24-hour economy policy. Labeling it as mere “sloganeering,” Barker-Vormawor’s skepticism echoes the concerns of many who find the proposal to be lacking in substance. His critique, shared on the social media platform X, dismisses the 24-hour economy as an “empty” promise, a sentiment that resonates with those wary of political promises that often go unfulfilled.

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The pushback against the NDC’s proposal isn’t just about the feasibility of a 24-hour economy in Ghana; it’s also a reflection of broader disillusionment with political promises that seem disconnected from the country’s on-the-ground realities. Barker-Vormawor ‘s use of the term “Fanfooling” – a local slang implying deceit – underscores the growing frustration among the populace towards what is perceived as political grandstanding without actionable plans.

On the other side of the political aisle, John Dramani Mahama has defended the 24-hour economy policy as a game-changer for Ghana, accusing the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) of resorting to misinformation to discredit the initiative. Mahama’s stance portrays the policy as a catalyst for economic transformation, one that has purportedly unsettled the NPP, leading to a campaign of lies and propaganda against it.

The debate over the 24-hour economy policy highlights a crucial aspect of Ghana’s political discourse: the gap between ambitious policy proposals and the practical challenges of implementation. Ghana, like many countries, grapples with issues such as infrastructure deficits, power supply inconsistencies, and security concerns, all of which are critical to the viability of a 24-hour economy. Without addressing these foundational issues, the promise of a non-stop economy risks remaining an elusive dream.

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In essence, the controversy surrounding the 24-hour economy proposal underscores a broader need for political leaders to bridge the gap between visionary policies and their practical execution. As Ghana navigates its path towards economic modernization, the success of such ambitious proposals will depend not on their rhetorical appeal but on their ability to withstand the rigors of real-world challenges.

The 24-hour Economy debate stirred by Barker-Vormawor ‘s critique serves as a reminder of the importance of scrutinizing political promises, ensuring that they are not just empty slogans but actionable plans that can truly transform the economic landscape of Ghana.

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