A growing political debate has been reignited after outspoken economist and Member of Parliament, Stephen Amoah, launched a sharp critique of the much-touted 24-Hour Economy policy proposal, warning that Ghana’s unemployment crisis cannot be solved through slogans or political branding.
Speaking in a hard-hitting assessment, the MP argued that joblessness in the country is deeply rooted in structural economic challenges that require long-term, evidence-based reforms rather than headline-grabbing promises. He insisted that without addressing productivity gaps, industrial capacity, and private sector constraints, unemployment will persist regardless of policy labels.
His comments add fresh tension to the national conversation surrounding the 24-Hour Economy agenda, a flagship economic idea being widely promoted by sections of the National Democratic Congress as a major job creation strategy. The policy envisions expanding economic activity beyond the traditional working day to boost employment and productivity.
However, Amoah dismissed the concept as overly simplistic if not backed by concrete implementation frameworks. He stressed that Ghana’s economic challenges require reforms in education, infrastructure, energy reliability, and investment climate—not just extended working hours.
The criticism is expected to deepen political exchanges between supporters and skeptics of the policy, as the debate over how best to tackle unemployment continues to dominate national discourse.
For Amoah and like-minded analysts, the message is clear: Ghana’s job crisis demands structural transformation, not political catchphrases.
