In a nation grappling with economic challenges, voices of dissent grow louder as citizens express their frustrations over soaring living expenses. The Galaxy Drivers and Concerned Citizens Association have stepped forward to demand a change of government, citing substantial increases in fuel and household commodity prices since 2017. At a press conference held in Accra, Chairman Mr. Bright Agyemang Prempeh highlighted the staggering rise in the cost of living under the current administration of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. The Association, representing approximately 10,000 members across the country, has thrown its support behind former President John Dramani Mahama, endorsing his candidature for the upcoming elections.
Fueling the discontent is the exponential surge in fuel prices, which have more than quadrupled since 2016, according to Chairman Prempeh. This alarming trend, coupled with escalating household commodity prices, has fueled frustration among Ghanaians, who feel the pinch of economic hardship. The Association attributes these challenges to what they perceive as poor economic management by the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), calling for a change in government to address the pressing economic concerns facing the nation.
Amidst the clamor for change, the National Democratic Congress' (NDC) flag bearer, former President John Dramani Mahama, emerges as a beacon of hope for disillusioned citizens. Endorsed by the Galaxy Drivers and Concerned Citizens Association, Mahama's proposed policies, including the 24-Hour Economy and fixed importation rates on spare parts products, resonate with those seeking relief from economic strain. As Ghana prepares for the 2024 general elections, the call for change reverberates across the nation, underscoring the urgency of addressing economic challenges and restoring hope for a brighter future.
In the face of mounting discontent and economic uncertainty, the endorsement of former President Mahama by the Galaxy Drivers and Concerned Citizens Association signals a growing momentum for change. As citizens rally behind a candidate they believe can navigate the nation through turbulent times, the stage is set for a pivotal election that will shape Ghana's trajectory for years to come.
