The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has admonished Ghanaians to vote massively for the NPP to continue the growth agenda to better the lives of it citizens.
Dr. Bawumia affirmed that Ghanaians stance a better chance of benefiting significantly if the party continue to stay in power.
He stated that the party has developed a range of policies to enhance the quality of life for Ghanaians and support business growth.
According to him, these initiatives are aimed at improving the overall well-being of the populace and fostering economic development.
Dr. Bawumia made these statement at the Kaneshie Market in the Okaikoi South Constituency as part of his campaign tour in Greater Accra Region, he outlined his vision for Ghana’s future, highlighting the introduction of a flat tax policy in cedis, applicable to all goods, and a tax amnesty to prevent confusion with the Ghana Revenue Authority.
He also emphasised the party’s commitment to supporting small businesses and women traders through the establishment of an SME bank and women’s trade empowerment fund.
Additionally, Dr. Bawumia announced plans to remove import duty on mobile phones, extend driving licence validity to 10 years, and abolish the e-levy. He further promised to train the youth in digital skills.
Dr. Bawumia urged voters to endorse him as Ghana’s next president, emphasising that his opponent, former President John Dramani Mahama, would not be accountable due to his limited four-year term.
In contrast, Dr. Bawumia promised to be accountable to Ghanaians if elected.
He said, “We are introducing a new directive to reform the import regime at the Port, including a flat tax policy in cedis, applicable to all goods, making Ghana’s import duty comparable to or lower than Togo’s. We are also launching a women’s bank and an SME bank dedicated to supporting women traders with financial assistance for their businesses.
