Kojo Oppong Nkrumah questions delay in implementing 24-Hour Economy Programme

Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, a key figure on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, has voiced strong criticism against the government, citing the sluggish pace of its flagship 24-Hour Economy Programme. Nkrumah, speaking in Parliament, expressed disappointment that nearly two years into the administration's term, tangible progress on the initiative remains elusive.

Nkrumah argued that the lack of visible action on the 24-Hour Economy Programme is a missed opportunity. The program, designed to stimulate economic activity and create jobs by extending business operating hours, has yet to demonstrate significant implementation. This delay, he contends, undermines the government's economic agenda and its promises to the electorate.

The criticism from Nkrumah underscores a growing concern about the government's ability to deliver on its key economic promises. The 24-Hour Economy Programme was a central pillar of the administration's economic strategy, and its slow rollout raises questions about policy execution and commitment. The Ranking Member's remarks signal a potential challenge to the government's economic management.

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nearly two years after the government assumed office, there is little evidence that the programme is …