Ghana is now a crime scene; how could you be so reckless? – Mahama slams NPP over economy

President John Mahama has criticized his predecessor, Nana Akufo-Addo, over the management of Ghana’s economy, describing it as criminal.

Mahama acknowledged that he was aware of the economy’s challenges before taking office but said his findings since assuming the presidency have revealed a far worse situation.

Speaking at the National Tripartite Committee meeting at the Ministry of Labour, Jobs, and Employment on Thursday, he said, “We all knew the economy was in crisis, but some of the things I am uncovering myself have been a criminal mishandling of our economy. Ghana is now a crime scene. How can a government be so reckless? I cannot understand.”

At the meeting, the government announced a 10% increase in base pay for public sector workers, effective March 1, 2025.

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