Deputy General Secretary of Ghana's National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has expressed confidence that his party will outperform the New Patriotic Party (NPP) even in its worst state. Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM's Ekosii Sen, Mr. Gbande acknowledged that the NDC has not yet fulfilled its promise to end the double-track system within one year but insisted that the government is taking steps to address the problem. He cited significant financial challenges inherited from the previous administration as a major obstacle.
Mr. Gbande claimed that the NDC inherited a difficult financial situation, with Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta allegedly leaving with all the funds before the NPP exited power. He emphasized that the government is working to close loopholes in public financial management and is pursuing alternative measures to ensure the eventual end of the double-track system is sustainable. This includes constructing additional schools to increase accommodation capacity.
The NDC deputy general secretary defended Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson's management of the President's economic agenda, praising his efforts to hold the President's vision. Mr. Gbande stated that the government is on course in terms of addressing the double-track system and is taking difficult decisions to achieve its goals. He also highlighted the government's efforts to tighten controls on public funds to prevent mismanagement.
According to Mr. Gbande, the government is sealing all loopholes to prevent the mismanagement of state funds that characterized the previous administration. He cited the Accra-Kumasi Expressway as an example of the government's ability to finance major infrastructure projects without resorting to additional borrowing. The project is reportedly being funded with GH¢2 billion from internally generated funds.
Mr. Gbande expressed confidence in the government's ability to deliver its development agenda despite the challenges inherited from the previous administration. He stated that the government's efforts to tackle longstanding problems will ultimately demonstrate its commitment to improving governance and national development. The NDC is committed to delivering on its promises, according to Mr. Gbande.
The deputy general secretary also highlighted the government's focus on addressing several challenges, including those related to public financial management. He emphasized that the government's approach requires difficult decisions and praised Dr. Ato Forson's leadership in managing the President's economic agenda. The NDC is working to ensure that its policies are sustainable and beneficial to the country.
Mr. Gbande concluded by declaring that even in the NDC's worst state, it will still perform better than the NPP. He expressed confidence in the government's ability to deliver on its promises and improve governance and national development. The NDC's commitment to addressing the country's challenges remains unwavering, according to Mr. Gbande.
Key points
- The NDC will outperform the NPP even in its worst state.
- The government is working to address the double-track system and other challenges inherited from the previous administration.
- The NDC is committed to delivering on its promises and improving governance and national development.
