Our current leaders are to blame for our woes – WWII veteran as he celebrates Nkrumah’s ideals
Joseph Ashitey Hammond, the 100-year-old World War II veteran, has blamed Ghana’s leaders for the country’s economic struggles.
According to Hammond, speaking in an interview with Etsey Atisu on Ghanaweb TV, if Ghana had continued with the policies of its first president, Kwame Nkrumah, the country would have been better, financially stable, and free.
“Many of the factories built during Nkrumah’s era are no longer functioning, and most of the leaders that came after him didn’t continue, neither did they improve upon them,” Hammond indicated.
He stressed the point that the country has neglected farming and other projects initiated by previous governments, which has led to the current state of the country.
Hammond also emphasised that abandoning projects from previous governments hinders development and productivity.
He warned that if Ghana does not continue with these projects, the country will continue to borrow money from international organisations, leading to further economic decline.
The veteran’s concern is responsible leadership and economic management in Ghana, and by learning from past successes and mistakes, Ghana can work towards a more resilient and inclusive economy.
Source: www.ghanaweb.com
