Mahama: $400m annual chicken import a national shame

Mahama: $400 Million Annual Chicken Import a National Shame

President John Mahama has criticized Ghana's chicken imports. He called the $400 million spent each year a national shame.

Mahama spoke at an event in Accra on April 14, 2025. He emphasized the need for local poultry production.

He stated that this high import cost affects the economy negatively. It also impacts local farmers and jobs in the poultry sector.

Mahama urged the government to support local producers. He believes this will reduce reliance on imports and boost self-sufficiency.