NPP is trying to pollute Ghanaians about Mahama’s 24 Economy Policy because they fear its power

The NPP is trying to pollute Ghanaians about Mahama’s 24 Economy Policy because they know the power of that policy. Clearly, either the NPP as a party and its followers do not want to understand the policy or are only engaging in propaganda to make the novel idea look less useful to the ordinary Ghanaian.

They know it is a game changer and will unseat them out of power in the 2024 general elections.  They are going about confusing and deceiving people in the hinterlands already. It seems clear that this 24-hour policy is living rent-free in people’s heads, and the NPP party is asking how we did not get this right.

“My brothers, when we work on our farms and we are tired, we have to sleep with our wives; we have to be with our wives. In the night, you want us to be farming, and then people will come and take our wives away? No! We have to be careful with this 24-hour thing.” ~ Stephen Yakubu, Upper East Regional Minister

The simple question for Stephen Yakubu, Upper East Regional Minister, is…

How many nurses, policemen, military officers, and security personnel have lost their wives for working night shifts?

If this is the understanding of the 24-hour economy by a minister of state, then we have a long way to go as far as our current crop of leaders are concerned.

In response to this, Fidelis Abagulum @fidelis50502 on Twitter said this 

He even went further to warn about the danger of 24 hours working but not specifically what those are. Let me help by being honest. Of course, mental health and other related health issues like diabetes, cognitive etc will come along, but those issues were there already. However, there are ways to manage them should they be exacerbated. It requires we strengthen the quality of our health system which we have been incapacitated for ages! Can we blame 24 hours, definitely not but ourselves?

What I anticipate the JDM government may face are transportation challenges. However, this is where the government will need to have public transport buses moving 24/7.

A 24-hour economy can have several benefits for the people of Ghana, the economy, and the youth.

Benefits for the people of Ghana

• Increased employment opportunities: A 24-hour economy would create a need for more workers to staff businesses that operate around the clock. This could lead to a decrease in unemployment and an increase in household incomes.

• More convenient access to goods and services: With businesses open 24 hours a day, people would have more opportunities to shop, eat, and access other services at their convenience. This could be especially beneficial for people who work unconventional hours or who have difficulty getting to businesses during traditional business hours.
• A more vibrant and exciting city: A 24-hour economy would make cities more lively and interesting places to live, work, and visit. There would be more to do and see at all hours of the day, and businesses would be more likely to invest in their properties and attract new customers.

Benefits for the economy

• Increased economic activity: A 24-hour economy would lead to more spending and investment, which would boost the economy. This could lead to higher tax revenues for the government, which could be used to invest in infrastructure and social programs.
• Improved competitiveness: A 24-hour economy would make Ghana more competitive in the global market. Businesses would be able to operate more efficiently and serve customers around the world, which would attract new investment and create jobs.
• Enhanced tourism: A 24-hour economy would make Ghana a more attractive destination for tourists. Visitors would have more to do and see, and they would be able to enjoy the nightlife and entertainment options that would be available.

Benefits for the youth

• More job opportunities: The youth would be particularly well-positioned to benefit from the increased employment opportunities created by a 24-hour economy. They are often more willing to work unconventional hours and they have the skills and energy that are needed in many of the industries that would be most affected by a 24-hour economy.
• More training and education opportunities: The government and businesses would be more likely to invest in training and education programs for the youth if they knew that there was a strong demand for skilled workers. This could help to reduce youth unemployment and improve the overall skills level of the workforce.
• A more exciting and stimulating environment: A 24-hour economy would make cities more exciting and stimulating places for young people to live. There would be more to do and see, and they would have more opportunities to meet new people and experience different cultures.

Overall, a 24-hour economy could have a number of positive benefits for the people of Ghana, the economy, and the youth. It would increase employment opportunities, make cities more vibrant and exciting, and boost the economy. The government should take steps to promote the development of a 24-hour economy in Ghana.