Business News of Sunday, 10 November 2024

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

We've demonstrated policy innovation in tackling challenges facing the country - Bawumia

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has asserted that his administration has demonstrated significant policy innovation in addressing Ghana’s most pressing challenges.

Speaking at the Ghana CEO Presidential Gala held at the Movenpick Hotel on Thursday, 7 November, Bawumia highlighted the government's focus on introducing modern solutions to critical issues such as economic growth, digitalisation, and infrastructure development.

Bawumia pointed out that under his leadership as Vice President, Ghana had made notable strides in leveraging digital technology and innovative policies to tackle longstanding problems.

He emphasised that his approach to governance has always been centred around innovation, aiming to make systems more efficient and accessible to all Ghanaians.

The NPP flagbearer also made it clear that he is prepared to lead the country into its next phase of development by further embracing innovation and digitalisation.

He explained that these tools would be essential for advancing sectors such as education, healthcare, and finance, ensuring sustainable growth and improved livelihoods for the population.

Bawumia concluded by reiterating his commitment to bringing transformative change to Ghana.

He emphasised that innovation and digitalisation are key to addressing the country's future challenges, and under his leadership, Ghana will take significant steps towards becoming a more modern and competitive nation on the global stage.

"This is why I am proposing to upgrade Ghana through innovative BOLD SOLUTIONS. It is important to note that the NPP government has demonstrated policy innovation in tackling some of the most challenging issues in our country in the last few years."

"In education for example, we implemented a free senior high school and free TVET policy despite the odds. The records show that Ghana has the second highest education quality in Africa."