Ghanaians Are Fed Up, Fix the Economy and Stop the Bravado – Franklin Cudjoe Tells Government
As 82% of Ghanaians Express Discontent, Calls for Genuine Solutions Over Political Rhetoric Intensify
- 82% of Ghanaians believe the country is on the wrong track
- Cudjoe criticizes the government for failing to fulfill promises
- Cudjoe urges a shift from self-promotion to meaningful support for struggling citizens
Franklin Cudjoe, President of IMANI Africa, has raised urgent alarms over Ghana’s economic difficulties and the government’s lack of action to alleviate the hardships faced by its citizens.
His comments follow a recent Afrobarometer survey revealing that a striking 82% of Ghanaians feel the nation is moving in the wrong direction. Although this figure shows a slight improvement from the 87% discontent recorded in 2022, it still highlights a pervasive sense of dissatisfaction with the country’s economic conditions and deteriorating living standards.
In a televised interview, Cudjoe criticized the government for focusing on self-congratulation instead of prioritizing economic recovery. He condemned the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for failing to fulfill key promises while relying on unproven claims in media campaigns to maintain their grip on power. Cudjoe stressed that Ghanaians are seeking real concern and tangible support from their leaders, rather than empty political rhetoric.
He pointed to the challenges posed by a depreciating cedi, rampant inflation, and prolonged negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that are heavily straining household finances and pushing many to the brink.
“An 82% disapproval rate is alarming—it’s like failing an exam. People are genuinely concerned about the current state of economic management,” he stated. Cudjoe highlighted the disconnect between government leaders and the public’s struggles, urging for accountability and direct engagement on pressing economic issues.
The survey also revealed that 78% of respondents believe the economic situation has worsened under the nearly eight-year rule of Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia compared to the previous administration. This widespread sentiment reflects ongoing challenges, particularly in job creation and price stability, further fueling public discontent.
