The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, has expressed his belief that John Dramani Mahama will offer the best solution to Ghana’s economic challenges if he becomes president.
Mr Adongo argued that the mismanagement of Ghana’s economy, which necessitated an IMF bailout during President Akufo-Addo’s tenure, can only be significantly improved with the victory of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer in the 2024 presidential election.
Adongo emphasized that Ghana is at a critical juncture, having been led into a difficult situation by the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).
He stated, “Our country is at a crossroads and the next government to be formed by the NDC is going to be a government of solutions. If there is anybody with the experience, the humility, and the tenacity of purpose to deliver and solve those problems and bring our country back on track, it is His Excellency John Dramani Mahama.”
“Ghana is not ready to gamble with another try-and-see. When they came and said they knew how to manage the economy, they took us to 54%. We have filed for bankruptcy. Around the world, we are now being teased and we’re now being compared with Suriname and Sri Lanka,” he added.
Isaac Adongo made these remarks at a unity walk in Bolgatanga, where he argued that the struggles to restructure Ghana’s debt are indicative of a struggling and insolvent economy.
While government spokespeople have attributed the country’s economic challenges to the Russia-Ukraine War and COVID-19, Adongo believes it is primarily a result of mismanagement.
Isaac Adongo is seeking a third-term bid to represent his constituency in parliament.