President John Dramani Mahama embarked on a thank-you tour of the Ashanti Region, engaging with chiefs and the populace to express gratitude for their support and to outline his administration’s commitment to economic revitalization and infrastructural development. Addressing the gathering in Kumasi, the heart of Asanteman, President Mahama acknowledged the economic hardships faced by the region’s predominantly entrepreneurial community, attributing the difficulties to recent national economic challenges. He emphasized his government’s proactive approach to stabilizing the economy since assuming office in January, highlighting the implementation of stringent cost-saving measures and the enforcement of fiscal discipline across all government sectors. These measures, he asserted, were already bearing fruit, evident in the declining inflation rates and the increasing stability of the Ghanaian currency. These positive economic indicators, he further explained, were crucial in restoring investor confidence and creating a more predictable environment for businesses to thrive.
The President underscored the critical link between a stable economy and the prosperity of the Ashanti Region, emphasizing that economic stability lays the foundation for business growth and job creation. He outlined his administration’s commitment to facilitating this growth by addressing key infrastructural needs within the region. Specifically, he announced his directive to the Minister of Transport to conduct a comprehensive audit of the Boankra Inland Port project in the Ejisu Municipality. This audit, he explained, would inform Cabinet-level decisions regarding the project’s completion, underscoring the government’s commitment to ensuring the project’s successful execution. This initiative reflects the administration’s broader focus on leveraging strategic infrastructure projects to stimulate economic activity and enhance regional connectivity.
Beyond the Boankra Inland Port project, President Mahama reiterated the government’s dedication to completing all ongoing infrastructural projects in the Ashanti Region, particularly emphasizing the numerous road construction projects currently underway. These projects represent a significant investment in the region’s infrastructure and aim to improve transportation networks, facilitate trade, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents. This commitment to infrastructural development underscores the administration’s recognition of the vital role infrastructure plays in driving economic growth and regional development.
President Mahama articulated his “reset agenda,” positioning it as a comprehensive national rebuilding initiative extending beyond mere governance. He framed the agenda as a commitment to creating a nation where hard work is rewarded, public trust is restored, and every citizen has equal opportunities for success. This vision emphasizes the interconnectedness of economic stability, good governance, and equitable access to opportunities, presenting a holistic approach to national development. The “reset agenda” encapsulates the administration’s commitment to creating a more just and prosperous society for all Ghanaians.
In his address, the President also appealed for unity and collaboration among the people of the Ashanti Region, urging them to transcend political divisions and work together towards the common goal of building a thriving region. He emphasized the importance of collective action and shared responsibility in achieving the region’s development aspirations. This call for unity underscores the belief that progress can be accelerated through collaborative efforts, transcending partisan politics and focusing on shared goals.
Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, echoed the President’s sentiments, commending his vision and reaffirming the government’s unwavering focus on improving the living standards of the region’s residents. He underscored the administration’s commitment to translating its vision into tangible improvements in the lives of the people. This emphasis on tangible outcomes reinforces the government’s commitment to delivering on its promises and ensuring that its policies translate into real benefits for the citizens of the Ashanti Region. The combined message from the President and the Regional Minister emphasized a collaborative approach to development, focusing on economic stability, infrastructural improvements, and unity as key drivers of progress.
