Do not despair in the hash economy – Mahama urges workers

General News on Thursday, May 2nd, 2019

Source: ghanaiantimes.com.gh

2019-05-02

Former President John Mahama urged workers to continue giving their best, despite the harsh economic conditions they face.

"On the occasion of May 1, 2019, I congratulate, on behalf of the National Democratic Congress (NCD), all Ghanaian workers and our comrades around the world for your immense and immense sacrifices, from dawn to dusk. , all year.

"The country is plunged into a state of insecurity that threatens foreign and local investment. On this special day, I encourage you, our brave workers and citizens, not to despair, do not become discouraged and the nation, Keep hope alive and pray for better times in the years to come. " declared the former president in his message of May 1.

He urged the administration headed by Akufo-Addo to work conscientiously towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and, in this particular case, Goal 8, which advocates the promotion of sustainable development. sustainable economic growth and decent work for all.

"Over the years, over the years, we have added to the achievements of our ancestors, but I am aware of the difficult socio-economic context in which we expect so much, I am aware of the unprecedented insecurity in our country, which is becoming a major threat to foreign and domestic investment in our economy.

"Like many disappointed Ghanaians, including yourself, I am also aware of the government's many unfulfilled promises, which have led to the double phenomenon of mbadive job losses and mbadive unemployment.

"On this special day, I encourage you, our brave workers and citizens, not to despair, do not be discouraged and in Ghana, keep hope alive and pray for better times in the years to come, On my part, I promise you honest, dedicated and dedicated leadership to improve the well-being and security of all Ghanaians.

"Let me also remind the government of the paramount need to work conscientiously towards the achievement of the SDGs and, in this particular case, Goal 8, which calls for the promotion of sustainable economic growth and sustainable development. Decent work for all, "said former president Mahama.