President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to transparency, stating that his administration has nothing to hide and will present the true state of the economy to Ghanaians.
Speaking during a dialogue with organized labour at the presidency on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, the President said the engagement forms part of his campaign promise to regularly consult key stakeholders to promote public trust and accountability in governance.
He disclosed that the government has already held a similar dialogue with the private sector, which he described as the “engine of growth,” to better understand the challenges businesses face in investing and expanding.
He added that engagements with civil society organisations, including religious and traditional leaders, will follow.
President Mahama emphasized that organized labour plays a critical role in driving the economy, hence the need for continuous engagement to build consensus on national development.
Setting the tone for the discussions, he stressed that the government is committed to openness. He noted that Ghana has moved away from a period where conflicting economic data created uncertainty, insisting that current statistics reflect the true state of the economy.
The President explained that government will present the actual size of the economy, likening it to a “national cake”, to ensure fairness in how resources are shared.
According to him, understanding the real size of the economy is crucial, as it helps manage expectations and promotes equity.
He added that the only way to increase everyone’s share is by growing the economy, noting that government has, over the past year, focused on tightening expenditure and eliminating waste to boost growth, invest in infrastructure, and create jobs.
President Mahama urged all stakeholders to work together, stressing that without collective effort, there would always be the perception that some groups are benefiting more than others.
He further assured that the Minister of Finance will provide detailed insight into the state of the economy to help all parties appreciate the country’s financial position.
Using a local analogy, he said if the economy were “kenkey,” everyone would need to know its size to determine how many portions can be shared fairly.
The President stressed that no group would be left out in the distribution of national resources, adding that all stakeholders must “tighten their belts together” as the country works towards economic recovery and inclusive growth.
Source: Mubarak Yakubu/angelonline.com.gh
