Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has called on Ghanaians to demonstrate empathy and unity during the current economic hardships facing the nation.
Speaking as the Special Guest of Honour at the 31st Biennial General Council meeting of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, held at CK Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences (CKT-UTAS) in Navrongo, Upper East Region, Mr. Mahama highlighted the critical need for solidarity in these tough times.
He, also a member of the Assemblies of God Church, emphasized the severity of the financial difficulties confronting the country.
Mr. Mahama pointed out that the ongoing economic crisis has intensified the struggles of many Ghanaians, making mutual support more crucial than ever.
The former president referenced recent data from the Ghana Statistical Service, which has reported a troubling rise in multidimensional poverty across the nation.
He stressed that these figures reflect the harsh realities faced by many citizens and underscored the necessity for collective efforts to ease their plight.
In his address, Mr. Mahama urged all Ghanaians, irrespective of their political affiliations, to unite in a spirit of compassion and support for one another. He argued that the strength of the nation during a crisis lies in the unity and mutual assistance of its people.
Furthermore, Mr. Mahama called on the government to implement effective measures to address the economic challenges and reduce the strain on the population.
He reaffirmed his commitment to seeking solutions that will provide relief and help Ghana navigate these challenging times.
“We’ve seen an increase in multidimensional poverty from the Ghana Statistical Service’s recent statistics. It says that 8 million of our people in 2023 went one day without food because they couldn’t afford it. It means that people are hungrier, and the hardship is real.”
“This is the time for us to show compassion to each other because, in times of poverty, we must be our fellow’s keeper,” Mr Mahama urged.