It seems that President John Dramani Mahama emphasized the importance of fiscal responsibility and saving public funds by scaling down the Independence Day celebrations in Ghana. By reducing the celebration costs from Ghc 20 million to just Ghc 1.5 million, the government managed to save a significant amount of money. This decision reflects Mahama’s focus on ensuring modesty and prudence in the country’s finances. He also pointed out that despite the reduced spending, the essence of the Independence Day celebrations was not lost.
Additionally, he highlighted the savings from previous years, noting that the cost last year was Ghc 15 million, which was still a substantial reduction compared to the previous year’s Ghc 13 million. These actions are part of Mahama’s efforts to make the government’s spending more efficient while maintaining the cultural and national significance of the event.
This approach could be seen as a way to balance national pride with responsible resource management, especially during challenging economic times. What do you think of this decision
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