President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to delivering decent jobs, strengthening the economy, and ensuring social justice for workers as Ghana marks this year’s May Day celebrations.
In a message shared via his official Facebook page, President Mahama paid tribute to Ghanaian workers, describing them as the “engine of our economy, the builders of our infrastructure, and the innovators who propel us forward.” He praised their tireless efforts, resilience, and crucial role in national development.
This year’s May Day theme, “Striving for Peace and Stability to Drive Industrialisation, Trade, and Decent Work for Social Justice,” struck a chord with the President, who said it underscores the importance of sustainable policies that promote economic growth and fair labour conditions.
“My government recognises and deeply values the pivotal role of the Ghanaian worker in driving our national development agenda,” Mahama stated, adding that his administration is focused on creating an enabling environment for workers to thrive and help “Reset Ghana.”
Highlighting recent initiatives, the President outlined steps taken within the first four months of his return to office. These include policies aimed at stabilising the economy, advancing industrialisation through value addition to raw materials, and boosting job creation in light manufacturing and related sectors.
The President also cited Ghana’s evolving trade partnerships, both within the African region and internationally, as key to expanding markets for local goods and services. A centrepiece of this strategy, he noted, is the government’s flagship 24-hour economy initiative.
As part of his 120-day social contract, Mahama reiterated his commitment to delivering decent work for all Ghanaians. This, he explained, involves ensuring fair wages, safe workplaces, enhanced skills training, and the protection of workers’ rights.
“Only yesterday, the National Youth Authority launched the National Apprenticeship Programme, closely following the introduction of the Adwumawura and One Million Coders programmes,” Mahama said, adding that these interventions are designed to build a skilled workforce and create dignified employment opportunities.
Acknowledging ongoing challenges such as inflation, unemployment, and infrastructure deficits, President Mahama said the government is committed to tackling these issues head-on.
He assured Ghanaians of sustained investments in education, skills development, and infrastructure—particularly roads and energy—as essential pillars of economic transformation.
In his final remarks, the President called for greater cooperation between employers and workers, urging all stakeholders to embrace mutual respect and shared responsibility in building a prosperous and equitable Ghana.
“Let us work together to create a more prosperous and equitable Ghana, where every citizen can contribute their talents and skills to national development,” he said, and signed off with the hashtags #ResettingGhana #LetsBuildGhanaTogether.
