The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman for the Manso Adubia Constituency, Kofi Acheampong, has raised concerns about the government’s proposed 24-hour economy policy, arguing that its current framing lacks clarity and may face serious implementation challenges.
Speaking in an interview on Angel FM in Kumasi, monitored by MyNewsGh.com, Mr. Acheampong suggested that public discussions around the policy have so far centred largely on market construction rather than a broader strategy for round-the-clock economic productivity.
He questioned whether the initiative, as currently understood, represents a comprehensive economic transformation programme, or whether it is being narrowed to infrastructure development.
According to him, the success of any 24-hour economic system depends heavily on supporting infrastructure, particularly reliable and uninterrupted electricity supply, which he said remains a persistent challenge.
He argued that without stable power and strong operational systems, the policy would struggle to achieve its intended objectives.
Mr. Acheampong further called for detailed operational guidelines to ensure that facilities associated with the policy are properly managed and effectively utilised.
He expressed concern that inadequate planning and supervision could lead to underutilisation of infrastructure, particularly during nighttime hours.
The NPP chairman stressed that policy implementation must go beyond physical structures and include clear systems for security, maintenance and regulated use of public facilities.
His comments contribute to ongoing political debate over the feasibility and design of the proposed 24-hour economy policy, which has been promoted as a key strategy for boosting employment and expanding economic activity across sectors.
Government officials have previously defended the initiative as a transformative economic programme aimed at increasing productivity and creating jobs through extended operational hours in selected industries.
