…as secretariat presents 24-Hour Economy document
By Eugene Davis
Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin, has called for a bipartisan approach to national development, urging all stakeholders to support policies that advance the country’s progress without partisan, religious, or ethnic bias.
Speaking in Parliament during a presentation of the 24-Hour Economy document to him , he emphasized that categorizing national issues along party lines undermines their potential impact. “Once we do this on partisan lines, it means we have not got it,” he said.
Bagbin stressed the importance of unity and collaboration, urging leaders and citizens alike to “harmonise and build consensus on issues that affect us all, regardless of political affiliation.”
Citing previous national initiatives such as the Vision 2020 plan under President Jerry John Rawlings and the Free SHS policy under President Nana Akufo-Addo, he proposed that the upcoming 24-hour economy policy also be subjected to full parliamentary debate after its official launch on July 2. This, he said, would foster national ownership and ensure inclusive and effective implementation.
“We should make it a national programme for the benefit of all Ghanaians. Let’s not divide it along political lines,” Bagbin emphasized.
He further recommended that the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat work with Parliament to pass a bill to institutionalize the policy, ensuring continuity across successive governments.
Policy Overview and Launch Plans
Presidential Advisor on the 24-hour Economy policy, Mr. Goosie Tanoh, confirmed that the government is set to launch the initiative on July 2, 2025. The policy was a major campaign promise of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the 2024 elections, aimed at job creation and reducing unemployment.
Presenting the policy document to the Speaker on Thursday, June 26, 2025, Mr. Tanoh explained that the initiative is built around three main pillars: Production Transformation,
Supply Chain and Market Efficiency,Human Capital Development.
These are supported by eight sub-programmes, including: Roll 24 – the agricultural component,Make 24 – focused on manufacturing,Connect 24 – strengthening supply chains.
Others are Aspire 24 – promoting a productivity mindset and reforming bureaucratic attitudes and Show Ghana – showcasing Ghana’s rich cultural heritage to attract tourism and boost revenue
Additionally, a strong digital technology training component will be integrated into the TVET curriculum to prepare the workforce for emerging job opportunities.
