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The interview formed part of his recent campaign tour of Ghana\u2019s Eastern Region.<\/p>\n<p>Former President John Dramani Mahama, the presidential candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has reiterated that his flagship economic proposal, the \u201c24-Hour Economy\u201d policy, is entirely voluntary and not mandatory.<\/p>\n<p><button><span>See More<!-- --> <\/span><span>\u276f<\/span><\/button><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During an interview with GBC Sunrise FM in Koforidua, which was later aired on Woezor TV, Mr. Mahama explained how the policy would function and benefit those willing to participate. The interview formed part of his recent campaign tour of Ghana\u2019s Eastern Region. 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