Prof. Isaac Boadi Challenges Mahama on $10bn New Economy, Demands Proof of Jobs and Disbursements

Prof. Isaac Boadi, Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP), has issued a sharp challenge to the President over the US$10 billion “New Economy” initiative, urging him not to make further promises but to show Ghanaians the disbursements and the jobs created. His remarks, shared under the JoyNews banner, have resonated with many who are demanding tangible results rather than rhetoric.

The statement, “Mr. President, do not promise again. Show us the disbursements. Show us the jobs. Then ask us to applaud,” captures the growing impatience among economic analysts and citizens alike over the gap between announced economic programmes and visible outcomes. Prof. Isaac Boadi’s challenge puts the focus squarely on accountability and delivery.

The US$10 billion “New Economy” initiative has been positioned as a major economic transformation agenda, but questions remain about how much of the funding has actually been released and how many jobs have been created. Prof. Isaac Boadi’s demand for evidence reflects a broader public desire to see concrete benefits rather than repeated announcements.

As Executive Director of the IERPP, Prof. Isaac Boadi’s voice carries weight in economic policy discussions, and his challenge is likely to intensify scrutiny of the government’s economic promises. His call for transparency on disbursements and job creation aligns with the expectations of Ghanaians who want to see real improvement in their livelihoods.

The coming months will be critical in determining whether the government can provide the evidence Prof. Isaac Boadi and many others are demanding. Until then, his message remains a potent reminder that promises alone will not satisfy a public waiting for tangible results from the US$10 billion “New Economy” agenda.

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