Mr. Godwin EdudziTameklo, Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), has hailed President John Dramani Mahama’s 24-hour economy policy as a game changer for Ghana’s economic development.
According to Mr.Tamakloeo, the policy will leave a transformational legacy in job creation and economic growth.
Speaking on TV3’s morning show, “Key Point,” on Saturday, Mr. Godwin Edudzi Tamakloe emphasised that the policy’s impact on the economy will be significant, creating more demand and opportunities for growth.
He praised President Mahama for engaging experts and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the policy’s development and ensuring a comprehensive approach to its rollout.
The Chief Executive Officer of the NPA explained that the policy aims to create up to 1.7 million jobs within four years, boosting economic activity and improving living standards by promoting continuous productivity and round-the-clock economic activities.
He said the policy will help expand the economy, creating new opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs.
According to him, President Mahama has indicated his willingness to work with Parliament to establish a 24-Hour Economy Secretariat, backed by legislation to ensure the policy’s sustainability.
He expressed the view that the President’s vision for the 24-hour economy policy aligns with his commitment to transforming Ghana’s economy and improving the lives of its citizens by harnessing the country’s human and economic resources to drive growth, create jobs and promote inclusive development.
