Ketu North Member of Parliament, Eric Edem Agbana, has expressed strong disapproval of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) decision to boycott the National Economic Dialogue, which commenced on Monday, March 3.
Speaking on TV3’s New Day on Tuesday, March 4, Hon. Agbana labeled the NPP’s absence as “unpatriotic,” arguing that the forum was a crucial platform for addressing Ghana’s ongoing economic challenges. He emphasized that the event brought together key stakeholders, including academics, policymakers, business leaders, and traders, all united in finding solutions to the country’s economic difficulties.
“It doesn’t speak well for them because there is no reason to boycott this particular dialogue. This is a national dialogue. All stakeholders people from academia, industry players, politicians, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and traders from across the country have gathered to look at Ghana’s economy,” Mr. Agbana stated.
He further criticized the NPP’s consistent pattern of avoiding major national discussions, recalling that the party refused to participate in the drafting of the 1992 Constitution and also boycotted the 2014 Senchi Consensus, a forum initiated by former President Mahama to address Ghana’s economic woes.
“I am not surprised because the NPP has a history of boycotting very important national events of this nature,” he remarked.
“So, is it the case that when they are not in charge, nothing should move forward in this country? They boycotted even the drafting of the 1992 Constitution.
Again, when the NDC under President Mahama had the Senchi Consensus to find homegrown solutions to our economic challenges, they also decided to boycott it.”
Despite the absence of the NPP, Mr. Agbana remains optimistic about the outcome of the National Economic Dialogue. He believes that the presence of economists, industry experts, and key stakeholders will foster a productive discussion, ultimately leading to viable solutions for Ghana’s economic recovery.
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