In a recent address, Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, asserted that the performance of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government has surpassed that of the previous National Democratic Congress (NDC) government in all sectors. Dr. Bawumia cited the economy, infrastructure, education, and healthcare as areas where the NPP’s achievements have been particularly notable. He highlighted the NPP’s success in reducing inflation, stabilizing the exchange rate, and increasing GDP growth. Furthermore, he emphasized the government’s investments in roads, bridges, and healthcare facilities, as well as its flagship educational programs such as the Free Senior High School policy. According to Dr. Bawumia, the NPP’s superior performance is a result of prudent economic management, sound policies, and a commitment to transparency and accountability. He stressed that the government has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of Ghanaians by creating jobs, reducing poverty, and promoting inclusive growth. In contrast, Dr. Bawumia criticized the NDC’s economic policies, which he claimed had led to high inflation, a depreciating currency, and weak economic growth. He also highlighted the NDC’s alleged involvement in corruption scandals and its failure to deliver on its promises. The NPP and NDC are the two major political parties in Ghana. The NPP has been in power since 2017, while the NDC was in power from 2009 to 2016. The two parties have contrasting ideologies and policies, with the NPP generally seen as more pro-business and conservative, while the NDC is considered more center-left and social democratic. Dr. Bawumia’s claims have been met with mixed reactions. Some observers have praised the NPP’s economic performance, while others have questioned the accuracy of his assertions. The NDC has also disputed Dr. Bawumia’s claims, accusing the NPP of mismanaging the economy and failing to fulfill its promises. The debate over the performance of the NPP and NDC governments is likely to continue in the lead-up to Ghana’s next presidential election, which is scheduled for 2024.NPP Superior to NDC on Economic Performance, Says BawumiaNPP Superior to NDC on Economic Performance, Says Bawumia New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has commended the current administration’s economic management, claiming it outperforms the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Despite the challenges of COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine war, Bawumia asserted that the NPP has effectively steered the economy. He stated, “As the Chairman of the Economic Management Team, I can safely say that the NPP’s performance on the economy is superior to John Mahama’s performance on the economy.” In a speech at the inauguration of NPP running mate Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Bawumia cited indicators such as: * Power stability (no “dumsor”) * Agricultural and industrial growth * Infrastructure development (roads, railways, hospitals, classrooms) * Social development initiatives (Zongo development, Ghana Card, digitalization) While acknowledging remaining challenges, Bawumia maintained that the NPP’s record surpassed that of the NDC and invited the opposition party to a comparative analysis. Disclaimer: Opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect the views of Multimedia Group Limited.NPP Performance Surpasses NDC in All Sectors, Claims Bawumia Accra, March 8, 2023 – Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has asserted that the performance of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government in all sectors has surpassed that of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during its tenure. Speaking at the NPP’s National Delegates Conference, Bawumia highlighted specific achievements in key areas: * Economy: The NPP implemented prudent economic policies that resulted in lower inflation, stable exchange rates, and increased foreign direct investment. * Infrastructure: The government invested heavily in road construction, bridges, hospitals, schools, and other infrastructure projects, significantly improving access and connectivity. * Education: The Free Senior High School policy ensured universal access to secondary education, while initiatives like the Double Track System and the Teacher Training Allowances supported the education sector. * Health: The government introduced the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), which expanded access to healthcare for the vulnerable and underprivileged. The construction of new hospitals and clinics also improved healthcare delivery. * Agriculture: The Planting for Food and Jobs program boosted agricultural productivity and reduced food imports, leading to increased food security and job creation. Bawumia emphasized that these tangible results demonstrated the NPP’s commitment to improving the lives of Ghanaians and building a prosperous nation. He called on party members to remain united and work towards consolidating these gains in the years to come.