Private sector growth declining under NDC government — NPP Communicator
Rising costs and weak business support blamed for slowdown in private sector growth
A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Chiana-Paga Constituency, Vincent Alhassan Abongpaari, has criticised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government over what he describes as its poor contribution to private sector growth.
Speaking on the Big Mike Breakfast Show on Wednesday April 29, Abongpaari argued that support for the private sector has deteriorated under the current administration.
He attributed the situation to rising electricity tariffs, increased transport fares, and the high cost of agricultural inputs, which he said have collectively hindered the growth of businesses since the government assumed office.
“Electricity tariff increments, high transport fares, and the rising cost of farm inputs have all constrained private sector growth,” he stated.
Abongpaari further noted that the overwhelming public response to government job recruitment announcements reflects the sector’s inability to generate sufficient employment opportunities.
According to him, the situation underscores the lack of empowerment within the private sector to absorb the growing labour force.
He also criticised the government’s claims of reducing inflation, insisting that the impact has not been felt by ordinary Ghanaians.
“The government continues to highlight inflation reduction, but the ordinary Ghanaian is yet to feel the difference.” He added.
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