Former Vice President and NPP Presidential Candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed disappointment over the lack of support for youth-centered programs during the NPP administration. Apexnewsgh reports
Speaking on the ongoing Thank You Tour, Dr. Bawumia highlighted the government’s refusal to pay NABCO workers, numbering about 100,000, and the virtual cancellation of the program. He also mentioned the non-payment of youth in afforestation, who were about 75,000.
Dr. Bawumia attributed the party’s defeat in the elections to several factors, including the high cost of living, arrogance of power, and refusal to listen to the party and Ghanaians. He specifically pointed to the e-levy and the debt exchange project as major contributors to the party’s poor performance. Despite warnings from the party, the government introduced the e-levy, which was unpopular among Ghanaians. The debt exchange project, which affected about 800,000 bondholders, mostly middle-class Ghanaians, was also poorly handled.
Dr. Bawumia further criticized the government’s handling of priority projects in some regions, as well as the controversial national cathedral project. He noted that a lot of money was invested in the national cathedral project without visible progress, which became a major issue for the party.
Moving forward, Dr. Bawumia urged party members to stay united and work hard to correct the party’s challenges. He emphasized the need for the party to learn from its mistakes and work towards a brighter future, as captured by the Prof. Mike Oquaye Committee. Dr. Bawumia’s comments reflect a desire to reform and strengthen the party for future elections.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
