Mahama to deliver first State of the Nation Address in a few days – Kwakye Ofosu

President Mahama is expected to address Parliament in his much-anticipated State of the Nation Address (SONA) in few days following the formation of his Cabinet on Thursday, February 20.

The address, in fulfillment of Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution will provide a candid assessment of Ghana’s economic realities and outline the current administration’s strategy for national development.

“In a few days’ time, President Mahama will address Parliament and deliver a message on the State of the Nation.” Felix Ofosu Kwakye, the Minister of State in charge of government communications said after a Cabinet meeting.

He, however did not mention specifically when the address would be delivered.

Meanwhile, a high-level Cabinet meeting, briefed by key government officials, addressed pressing national issues, including security, the economy, and the much-anticipated 24-hour economy initiative.

During the meeting, security ministers assured the Cabinet that Ghana remains safe despite existing threats. Security chiefs, including the Defense Minister, Interior Minister, and National Security Coordinator, provided updates on the country’s preparedness to handle potential risks.

They reaffirmed their confidence in Ghana’s capacity to avert any security challenges, ensuring that stability remains a top priority for the Mahama administration.

A major highlight of the Cabinet discussions was the 24-hour economy initiative, a flagship policy aimed at driving economic growth through round-the-clock business operations. Presidential Adviser on the 24-hour economy, Goosie Tanoh, informed the Cabinet that preparations for the full rollout were progressing smoothly.

He announced that a dedicated secretariat would soon brief the nation on the official roadmap, marking a significant step toward implementation.

The Finance Minister delivered a sobering assessment of Ghana’s economic state, revealing that the situation is more severe than previously understood during the election period. However, he stated that despite the dire financial outlook, the government remains confident in its proposals for economic revival.