Harnessing the Potential of the 24-Hour Economy: Insights from NDC's Deputy Presidential Candidate
The strategic vision behind leveraging the 24-hour economy for employment generation and economic growth, as articulated by Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the deputy to the presidential candidate of Ghana's National Democratic Congress (NDC).
The deputy to the presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has underscored the importance of leveraging the 24-hour economy to generate employment opportunities and optimize benefits for a broad spectrum of individuals within the country.
Speaking at a symposium convened by the Centre for Ethical Governance and Administration (CEGA), Prof. Opoku-Agyemang articulated the NDC's prioritization of unemployment as a critical issue, with the belief that the 24-hour economy policy holds significant potential in addressing this concern.
The symposium, attended by various experts including labour specialist Austin Gamey, Prof. Lord Mensah from the University of Ghana Business School, financial economist Dr. Bernard Tetteh Dumenya, retired Commissioner of Police Bright Oduro, and NDC National Communications Officer Sammy Gyamfi, aimed to delve into the economic and business ramifications of the 24-hour economy policy, fostering understanding and laying the groundwork for its implementation under the next NDC administration.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang cautioned against misinformation and advocated for a flexible approach to tackling the country's challenges, emphasizing the unsustainability of the current system.
The Executive Director of CEGA, Prof. Ohene Adjei, highlighted successful implementations of the 24-hour economy in countries like the USA, Germany, and the UK, stressing the necessity of moving beyond traditional working hours.
Mr. Gyamfi, the NDC's National Communications Officer, asserted that the 24-hour economy strategy transcends political promises, being a meticulously designed plan resulting from extensive consultations with experts. He underscored its potential to enhance efficiency in government services and triple job opportunities.
Additionally, Dr. Tetteh-Demanya emphasized the potential of the 24-hour economy to enhance resource utilization and alleviate the country's debt burden, advocating for bold economic decisions by the next government.
Former CID boss COP Oduro highlighted the importance of robust security measures to support the 24-hour economy implementation, stressing the need for adequate resources, training, and publicity to ensure police visibility and security.
Overall, the symposium provided a platform for comprehensive discussions on the 24-hour economy policy, underscoring its significance in driving economic transformation and fostering national development.
All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from TOP KNOWLEDGE MEDIA.
Contact: toppknowledgemedia@gmail.com
Stay informed and ahead of the curve! Follow The TOP KNOWLEDGE MEDIA on WhatsApp for real-time updates, breaking news, and exclusive content. Don't miss a headline – join now!
Join Top Knowledge Media Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaEUCpP4NVigCMWy8J22
What's Your Reaction?
