Mahama Promises More Good News In Mid-Year Budget Review

President John Dramani Mahama has reassured Ghanaians about the upcoming mid-year budget review. This review is expected in August and will bring good news. The economy is showing signs of recovery and renewed momentum.

During his ‘Thank You Tour’ in the Upper West Region, he highlighted positive economic indicators. A stabilising cedi and a declining cost of living suggest a turnaround. This improvement comes from deliberate policy measures.

“I’m sure that by August, we’ll have even more good news,” President Mahama told an enthusiastic crowd. He noted that his administration's focus on fiscal discipline is paying off. The 2025 budget presented in March prioritised spending cuts and redirected funds to key areas.

“Our aim was clear—to stabilise the economy,” he said. They significantly cut down on spending and invested savings in priority areas outlined in their manifesto.

He praised his economic management team for their efforts. He specifically mentioned the Finance Minister and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana for their collaboration.

Looking ahead, Mahama announced new infrastructure investments under the Big Push Programme. Cabinet will soon approve priority projects, especially in national road construction.

“Many of these projects will be in the road sector,” he disclosed. Key highlights include dualising major highways like Accra-Kumasi and Accra-Takoradi. A new expressway between Accra and Kumasi aims to reduce travel time to two and a half hours.

In the Upper West Region, Mahama promised quick attention to the Watumu–Bolgatanga Trunk Road. He described it as a major issue for residents.

“During our campaign, we saw how terrible this road is,” he said. Under the Big Push Programme, they are prioritising this trunk road.

The President reiterated NDC’s commitment to equitable development across Ghana. Historically marginalised areas will receive increased focus and investment.

“We aim to bring transformational change to every corner of Ghana,” he stated, especially regions like Upper West that have been underdeveloped despite their potential.