Exactly a year ago, Ghanaians queued once again to choose the direction of our nation after eight years under the NPP administration. I arrived in Ghana on the 5th of December, determined to participate fully in the process leading to the voting on the 7th. After months of a rigorous, spirited, and hopeful campaign, many of us felt strongly that victory was within reach.
I cast my vote early in the morning at Anyaa Sowutuom so I could travel to Akuapem North Constituency, where I was serving as a party agent. At the collation centre in Mamfe, I stayed focused through the entire process, verifying every pink sheet and ensuring that the figures transmitted reflected the true will of the people. I remained at the centre until the early hours of the next morning before finally taking a moment to rest.
Although we did not win the two constituencies I worked closely with, the improvement in our numbers was undeniable—our support base had grown significantly. Across the country, Ghanaians made an emphatic statement and voted overwhelmingly for the NDC, signaling their desire for a new direction and renewed hope.
One year later, was that choice justified?
In my view, yes—Ghanaians made the right decision. The signs of progress are visible. While no government can transform an economy in a single year, the policy direction and early interventions offer promising indicators:
• Stabilising macroeconomic environment: Inflation has begun to ease from previous highs, helping to restore purchasing power little by little.
• Improved investor confidence: With greater policy clarity and fiscal discipline, confidence in the economic outlook has shown early signs of strengthening.
• Cedi stability efforts: Though challenges remain, measures to stabilise the currency have helped reduce volatility compared to the preceding years.
• Productive sector support: Increased attention to agriculture, manufacturing, and youth employment programmes is laying the groundwork for sustainable, job-creating growth.
• Social interventions: Renewed focus on education, health, and targeted support for vulnerable groups reflects a commitment to inclusive development.
These are encouraging beginnings—but the work is far from complete.
For the NDC to honour the trust Ghanaians have placed in it, it must prioritise the grassroots, who form the backbone of both the party and the nation. They need tangible support, empowerment, and opportunities that translate into better livelihoods. Development must not only be seen in national statistics but felt in homes, communities, and workplaces across the country.
One year down the line, the journey is still unfolding, but the steps taken so far suggest that Ghanaians chose a path of renewal and progress. With continued commitment, transparency, and dedication to the ordinary Ghanaian, the future can indeed look brighter for all.
By Francis Aweso (Manchester NDC UK – Branch Secretary)
