Former Finance Minister Seth Terkper has urged Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to address a series of pressing economic questions before engaging in a potential political showdown with former President John Dramani Mahama.
This call by Seth Terkper for the Vice President to answer his own 170 economic questions comes amid heightened speculation that Vice President Bawumia may face Mr. Mahama in the upcoming presidential election.
Seth Terkper, a seasoned economist well-versed in Ghana’s economic landscape, issued this challenge during a recent interview with Starr FM. He emphasized the critical need for transparency and accountability concerning the nation’s economic policies and their impact on the lives of ordinary Ghanaians.
Terkper asserted, “Before contemplating a showdown between Vice President Bawumia and former President Mahama, the NPP, led by President Nana Addo Dankwa and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, must first address the pressing economic concerns expressed by many Ghanaians.”
He further insisted that the electorate deserves clear and comprehensive answers to the same economic questions that were posed to the late former Vice President Paa Kwesi Amissah-Arthur.
These questions encompass a wide range of economic aspects in Ghana, from fiscal policies to job creation and inflation control.
Among the key issues raised by Seth Terkper are inquiries regarding the current state of Ghana’s national debt, the effectiveness of government initiatives aimed at reducing unemployment, and strategies for stabilizing the fluctuating exchange rate.
Seth Terkper emphasized that these questions are intended to facilitate informed decision-making by voters, ensuring they have a clear understanding of each candidate’s economic vision.
As the political climate intensifies, Seth Terkper’s call for transparency in economic matters serves as a reminder of the significance of informed decision-making in selecting Ghana’s next leader.
It is anticipated that Vice President Bawumia will accept this challenge and provide satisfactory responses to the 170 economic questions he previously posed to the late Amissah-Arthur.
