Dr. Ismael Yamson calls for true patriotism in Ghana’s political class to guide the country’s economic reset. Speaking at a national dialogue in Accra, he attributes Ghana’s economic challenges to self-inflicted political practices. He urges for a collective effort by leaders and citizens to overcome these hurdles, emphasizing responsibility and unity as key to building a resilient economy.
Dr. Ismael Yamson, Chairman of the National Economic Dialogue Planning Committee, emphasized that genuine patriotism among political figures is essential for Ghana’s economic reset. In his remarks at the start of a two-day dialogue in Accra, he identified the country’s economic struggles as significantly stemming from political approaches and practices that perpetuate self-inflicted hardships.
He stated that Ghana is marred by a political culture prioritizing personal enrichment over national interest, characterized by corruption and arrogance among public officials. Dr. Yamson criticized the political system, noting that party interests often stifle opposition, leading to public misguidance and undermining development. He lamented the lack of true national love as a contributing factor to these inefficiencies.
Dr. Yamson indicated that many economic challenges, while exacerbated by external factors, are primarily self-imposed. He expressed his concerns over Ghana’s heavy dependency on raw commodity exports, corruption, weak institutions, and high youth unemployment, which have prompted many young Ghanaians to seek opportunities abroad.
He urged that the responsibility for overcoming these challenges lies with both leaders and the citizenry, advocating for a collective effort in reshaping the nation’s future. “Let us take responsibility for resetting our destiny with our own hands,” he stated, highlighting the difficult road ahead but affirming the potential for success through determined leadership and ownership of progress.
President John Dramani Mahama, who spoke at the event, echoed Yamson’s sentiments regarding the hurdles in economic recovery. He encouraged unity among Ghanaians and a shared commitment to revitalizing the economy, stating, “We owe it to ourselves, our children and our country to rebuild an economy that is resilient, sustainable and capable of delivering real opportunities for every citizen.”
Dr. Ismael Yamson’s call for patriotism underscores the urgent need for political reform in Ghana to address self-inflicted economic challenges. He stresses that the collective efforts of leaders and citizens are crucial for the nation’s economic reset. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of integrity and shared responsibility to achieve a more resilient economy, supported by President Mahama’s commitment to unity in rebuilding efforts.
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