The Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has refuted claims that the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) was deliberately sidelined from the National Economic Dialogue. He insists that the forum, spearheaded by President John Dramani Mahama’s administration, was an open platform meant to encourage collective efforts in addressing Ghana’s economic challenges.
His response comes after concerns were raised regarding the absence of NPP representatives at the event, which gathered key economic stakeholders.
Kwakye Ofosu clarified that while he would verify whether the NPP was officially invited, individuals with strong ties to the party, such as economist Kwame Pianim and former Bank of Ghana governors Dr. Paul Acquah and Dr. Ernest Addison, were present. This, he argued, demonstrated that the event was not exclusive.
“In any case, the NPP, just a week ago, indicated they might not attend, setting preconditions for their participation,” he stated in an interview on Citi FM’s Eyewitness News. “Their history also shows a pattern of boycotting similar forums, such as the Senchi Economic Forum, so it is not surprising.”
President Mahama Calls for Collective Effort to Rebuild Economy
Amid the discussions, President Mahama used the National Economic Dialogue to rally national support for his administration’s Reset Agenda, a strategy aimed at revitalizing the economy. He emphasized that the forum was not just about identifying problems but about crafting actionable solutions to drive long-term economic stability.
“The Reset Agenda is not just a government initiative—it is a national call to action,” Mahama declared. “We must come together to rebuild our economy for the benefit of all Ghanaians.”
While the absence of the NPP has stirred debate, the government maintains that the dialogue remains open to all stakeholders willing to contribute to Ghana’s economic recovery.
