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As Ghana gears up for its next presidential and parliamentary elections, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has made several ambitious promises to the nation. His pledges reflect a vision for transformative change and confidence in the NPP’s capacity to deliver.
1. Affordable Smartphone Initiative
Dr. Bawumia has announced an initiative allowing Ghanaians to purchase smartphones on credit and pay just GH¢1 monthly. This plan aims to increase mobile phone ownership, enhance digital inclusion, and boost economic participation.
2. Tax Amnesty for Individuals and Businesses
He has promised to introduce a tax amnesty for individuals and businesses if elected in 2025. Highlighting the challenges of the current tax system, Dr. Bawumia emphasized the need for a fresh start to address loopholes and improve compliance.
3. Revamping the Fisheries Industry
Dr. Bawumia has committed to transforming the fishing industry, recognizing its potential economic contribution. He identified key challenges, including inefficiencies in premix fuel distribution, inadequate cold storage facilities, and limited access to credit and financial services.
4. 100% Ghanaian Ownership of Mineral Resources
Bawumia has pledged to secure full Ghanaian ownership of the country’s mineral resources, addressing concerns about the current structure of the mining industry.
5. Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)
He has vowed to offer tuition-free tertiary education to all individuals with disabilities who enroll in universities in Ghana, covering both academic and residential expenses starting in 2025.
6. Training in Coding and Software Applications
Dr. Bawumia has reaffirmed his commitment to training one million young Ghanaians in coding and software applications, emphasizing the importance of technology in the country’s future.
7. Reducing Internet Data Costs
As part of his digitization campaign, Bawumia has promised to reduce the cost of internet data for Ghanaians, focusing on education, employment, infrastructure, and digitalization.
