Former President John Dramani Mahama has revealed plans to introduce a 24-hour economy as a strategic move to enhance job creation.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer mentioned that this initiative would open up numerous employment vacancies, which he discussed while addressing members of the Oti Regional House of Chiefs on Monday, March 18.
During his speech, Mahama emphasised that the policy would be formally introduced with detailed plans before he assumes office.
He clarified that while the 24-hour economy proposal is a significant avenue for job generation, it would not be the sole strategy for employment.
He assured that participation in this initiative would be optional, asserting, “If you want to join, you join.”
“It is an easy way to increase the vacancies for employment generation while we add on more avenues. It doesn’t mean that that is the only strategy for employment.
“We will outdoor it before we come into government and when we come into government we will hit the ground running with it. As I said, it is not going to be compulsory. If you want to join, you join,” Mr. Mahama said.
The proposed 24-hour economy aims to provide additional opportunities for employment while diversifying avenues for economic growth, as outlined by Mahama in his recent address.