The NDC presidential candidate, John Mahama, has urged Ghanaians to reject the governing NPP and their impunity during the elections on Saturday and choose a leadership that understands their challenges.
Speaking at the NDC’s final campaign rally in Madina, Accra, the former president noted the hardship the Akufo-Addo-led adminstration has pushed Ghanaians into, stressing that the current government deceived Ghanaians to vote them to power.
Courting the votes of the Ghanaian youth, Mahama said the time to vote to change the current direction of the country is on Saturday, December 7.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the time to reset our country, Ghana, is now.
“Saturday’s election is not just another election. It is a defining moment for our nation. It is a choice between the Ghana we have and the Ghana we want—a Ghana of opportunity, prosperity, and justice for all,” the former Head of State urged.
Mahama intimated that the young people of the country “deserve to live in a Ghana where their voices are heard and their dreams become realities.”
“The working people deserve decent, sustainable jobs that enable them to care for their families and live with pride. I mean well-paying jobs,” he said while assuring Ghanaians that his administration will put pragmatic steps in place to achieve that.
“People in the public sector deserve recognition for their merit. They also deserve stability, predictability, and good working conditions.”
“Our entrepreneurs deserve a free and fair market where their ingenuity and industry can flourish,” Mahama assured.
Touching on the welfare of females, who constitute the larger population of the country , the NDC flag bearer pledged to implement policies that will empower women and give them the dignity they deserve.
“Women and girls deserve true equality, safety, and the chance to reach their full potential. And every Ghanaian deserves leadership that puts the people first, fights corruption, and builds a nation we can all be proud of.”
In terms of jobs for the youth, Mahama reiterated his commitment to implement the much-talked about 24-Hour Economy Policy to create sustainable jobs for Ghanaians to live decently.
“This is why I am committed to building a stable, safe and viable 24-hour economy that creates opportunities for millions of jobs.
“I am committed to implementing economic measures to fight inflation and make food affordable for all households,” he added.
Ghanaians go to the polls on Saturday, December 7 to vote in a crucial election with former president John Mahama seeking a return to the presidency.
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Ghana’s Vice President and leader of the NPP is also seeking to replace his Boss, President Nana Akufo-Addo who has secured his mandated two terms.
Ghanaians are keen on the economy as they prepare to vote.
Corruption and impunity among high profile Government officials are key factors Ghanaians are considering in the run up to the polls.
Although, Bawumia is campaigning on post COVID solid economic fortunes and the Free SHS policy, some voters believe their finances have dwindled over the past few years, and that the economy will be the key determinant of their direction of votes.
By Henryson Okrah| Myxyzonline.com
