Finally, some common sense prevail – Franklin Cudjoe reacts to Mahama Ayariga’s redirection

Franklin Cudjoe has welcomed the government’s decision to restructure the 24-hour markets initiative and rebrand it as District Model Markets. In a Facebook post, he expressed satisfaction with the policy adjustment, describing it as a move that finally demonstrated some common sense.

The announcement, made by Mahama Ayariga, represents a shift from the original 24-hour markets concept to a more organised approach focused on individual districts. The revised plan is expected to take local conditions and the specific needs of communities into consideration rather than applying a uniform model across the country.

Cudjoe’s reaction suggests that he considers the decision a positive response to concerns raised about the practicality of the original initiative. His comments also highlight the importance of designing economic policies around the everyday needs of citizens.

Markets play an important role in local economies, providing trading opportunities, supporting livelihoods and making essential goods accessible to communities. A district-based approach could therefore offer more practical benefits if properly planned and implemented.

His remarks reflect a wider argument that government policies should be guided by realistic planning and the needs of the people rather than ambitious political promises. They also highlight the role of public commentators and civil society figures in questioning government decisions and encouraging better policy choices.

Overall, Cudjoe’s response shows support for the government’s willingness to reconsider its original plan, while reinforcing the need for policies to be practical, sustainable and suited to local realities.

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