Leave Economy to Those Who Can Fix It – Analyst Tells Bawumia to Focus on Digitalisation

Finance and economic policy analyst Richmond Mawunyo Akpah has advised former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to focus on digitalisation rather than presenting himself as an authority on Ghana’s economic management.

Akpah argued that Bawumia should concentrate on promoting digital transformation, an area he has frequently highlighted during his political engagements, while economic management should be handled by individuals with demonstrated experience in addressing the country’s financial challenges.

The analyst maintained that Ghana needs competent economic managers capable of restoring confidence, stabilising the cedi and improving the living conditions of citizens. He stressed that the country’s economic difficulties require practical policy solutions and experienced leadership rather than repeated political arguments about economic performance.

His comments also questioned Bawumia’s economic credentials, particularly in view of his previous position as Vice President and his leadership of the Economic Management Team under the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration.

Akpah suggested that the former Vice President could make a more meaningful contribution by concentrating on digitalisation, which has remained a central part of his public policy advocacy.

He stated: “Dr. Bawumia should concentrate on his newfound passion for digitalisation and leave economic management to those who have demonstrated the capacity to stabilise the cedi and turn Ghana’s economy around.”

The analyst’s remarks have added to the ongoing debate over Bawumia’s record in government and his role in shaping Ghana’s economic policies during his time in office.

Issues such as currency stability, inflation, unemployment and the rising cost of living continue to feature prominently in discussions about the country’s economic direction.

Akpah’s intervention therefore raises questions about the relationship between political leadership, economic performance and the practical experience required to manage Ghana’s economy.

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