Member of Parliament for Akim Oda, Alexander Acquah, has questioned the status of the much-touted 24-hour economy promised by President John Dramani Mahama, insisting that Ghanaians are yet to see any practical steps toward its implementation.

According to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmaker, the 24-hour economy was a major campaign promise that resonated strongly with traders, artisans, and the youth, who were hopeful it would create jobs and stimulate economic activity across the country.

Speaking in an interview, Mr. Acquah said months into President Mahama’s administration, there has been little to no clarity on how the policy will be rolled out, funded, or regulated.

“Ghanaians were promised a 24-hour economy that would transform productivity and employment. Today, people are asking legitimate questions: where is the policy framework, where are the pilot projects, and where is the commitment?” he queried.

The Akim Oda MP argued that successful implementation of a 24-hour economy requires deliberate investment in security, energy supply, transportation, and incentives for businesses, noting that these critical components have not been adequately addressed.

He further accused the government of prioritising rhetoric over results, stating that the absence of a clear roadmap raises concerns about the feasibility of the promise. Mr. Acquah contrasted the situation with what he described as the NPP’s record of policy implementation, particularly in areas of industrialisation and digital transformation.

Mr. Acquah urged the government to be transparent with Ghanaians by outlining timelines, funding sources, and measurable targets for the proposed policy. He stressed that Ghanaians deserve accountability on promises made during campaigns.

The MP maintained that until tangible actions are taken, the 24-hour economy pledge would remain, in his view, another unfulfilled promise, calling on the government to move from slogans to solutions for the benefit of the broader economy.