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24-hour economy policy to tackle youth unemployment — Prof Opoku-Agyemang

The running mate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/news/politics/why-prof-jane-opoku-agyemang-would-make-an-excellent-vice-president-for-ghana/b3lb4z8">Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang</a>, has asserted that the party’s 24-hour economy policy will tackle some of the economic challenges plaguing the nation and create jobs for the youth.
Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang
Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang

Speaking to members of the NDC Professionals Forum at the University of Cape Coast on Monday, August 5, 2024, as part of her three-day campaign tour of the Central Region, she remarked that Ghana is financially strained and requires urgent solutions.

She pointed out that the country is in a dire financial situation, with the currency in a precarious state, adversely affecting citizens.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang stated that the nation is unable to service its debts and is facing a crisis worse than anticipated.

She emphasised that, given the high unemployment rate, the NDC’s 24-hour economy policy and the National Apprenticeship Programme are immediate solutions.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang highlighted that the unemployment rate is causing NDC flagbearer John Dramani Mahama sleepless nights, prompting the decision to implement the 24-hour economy and create decent jobs for Ghanaians.

She mentioned that some individuals claiming to be economists are deliberately undermining the policy

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