Kwakye Ofosu Fires Back at Bawumia Over 24-Hour Economy Criticism, Calls It Voodoo Economics

The debate over Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy policy has taken a sharper turn, with the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, firing back at NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and dismissing his criticism of the policy as “voodoo economics.”

According to Kwakye Ofosu, the former Vice President’s arguments fail to capture the real purpose of the policy, which he said is aimed at creating jobs, extending business hours and boosting productivity across the economy. His response has added fresh energy to the ongoing political exchange over one of the Mahama administration’s flagship economic ideas.

The 24-Hour Economy policy has become a central point of contention between the governing NDC and the opposition NPP, with both sides trading arguments over its feasibility and potential impact. Dr Bawumia’s criticism of the policy drew a sharp rebuke from the Communications Minister, who accused the former Vice President of failing to grasp its transformative potential.

Kwakye Ofosu’s “voodoo economics” remark is likely to intensify the political back-and-forth, with supporters of the government defending the policy as a bold initiative to revitalise the economy, while critics question its practicality and cost. The exchange underscores the high stakes involved as both parties seek to win public support on economic issues.

TheVaultzNews reports that the response has generated significant discussion online, with Ghanaians weighing in on both sides of the debate. As the government continues to promote the 24-Hour Economy as a key driver of job creation and growth, the opposition is expected to keep up its criticism, setting the stage for a sustained political battle over the policy in the months ahead.