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In a rousing speech that resonated with the hopes and aspirations of Ghanaians, Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong, aspiring flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has unveiled a bold plan to transform Ghana into a food basket for Africa. Speaking at Adidome, the District Capital of the Central Tongu District, Agyapong declared, “We’re going to produce what we eat, process what we produce, and export what we process.”
Agyapong, a seasoned businessman and politician, lamented the irony of Ghana’s economic woes despite its rich natural resources. “If I tell you we are rich, believe me. If you feel you are poor, you are not poor. We are poor because of bad leadership.” He emphasized that Ghana’s potential for economic prosperity lies in its ability to harness its resources and add value to its raw materials.
A Vision for a Prosperous Ghana
The NPP aspirant’s plan focuses on utilizing the Accra Plains, the Volta Region, and the 5 Northern regions to feed the entire African continent. “I’m going to use the 5 northern regions, the Accra Plains, and the Volta Region to feed the entire Africa,” he declared. This ambitious initiative aims to capitalize on Ghana’s fertile lands, vast resources, and strategic location to produce, process, and export food products.
Agyapong highlighted the potential of Ghana’s agricultural sector, citing the example of coconut and pineapple juice being exported from Holland despite Ghana’s abundance of coconuts. “We are not poor; we are rich in resources,” he emphasized. “We need leaders who can unlock our potential and create opportunities for our people.”
Addressing Post-Harvest Losses
The NPP aspirant also bemoaned the staggering post-harvest losses in Ghana’s agricultural sector, revealing that $380 million worth of yams get spoilt annually. This, he attributed to poor leadership and lack of value addition. “Politicians must show you what they can do for you,” he stressed, urging Ghanaians to demand more from their leaders.
Agyapong’s message resonated with the audience, who cheered and chanted his name. His vision for a prosperous Ghana, where citizens enjoy economic empowerment and abundant food, is a clarion call to action for the nation. As Ghana looks to the future, one thing is clear: Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong is a leader who dares to dream big and has a plan to make those dreams a reality.
The Volta Advantage
The Volta Region, with its fertile lands and abundant resources, is poised to play a critical role in Agyapong’s vision for Ghana. The region’s potential for agricultural production, agro-processing, and export is vast, and Agyapong’s plan aims to unlock this potential. As the NPP aspirant said, “We’re going to produce what we eat, process what we produce, and export what we process.” The Volta Region, and indeed Ghana, will never be the same again.