On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, in the Upper East and West Regions, respectively, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is scheduled to start a farewell trip around Ghana.
As Akufo-Addo winds down his eight-year term as president and launches his campaign for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) nominee in the forthcoming elections, this journey represents a critical turning point in his leadership.
The Rise of Akufo-Addo to Power
Akufo-Addo’s political career started in 2008 when he was defeated by the late President John Atta Mills in his first presidential bid.
Not to be deterred, he ran again in 2012 but lost to John Dramani Mahama.
But in 2016, Akufo-Addo emerged victorious in the presidential contest, ushering in the 4th Republic of Ghana’s 5th President.
Principal Accomplishments
Throughout his presidency, President Akufo-Addo has adopted various projects and policies, altering Ghana’s economy, education, and healthcare sectors. Among the noteworthy accomplishments are:
– *Free Senior High School (SHS) Policy*: Providing free education to over 5.7 million students, improving access to quality education
– *One-District-One-Factory (1D1F)*: Establishing factories in various districts to boost economic growth and job creation.
– *National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS): Expanding healthcare access to millions of Ghanaians.
– *Infrastructure Development*: Investing in road construction, transportation, and energy infrastructure.
Farewell Tour And Campaign for Bawumia
President Akufo-Addo will meet with chiefs, clergy, party members, and communities as part of his farewell tour to highlight the achievements of his administration and to ask for support for Dr. Bawumia.
In addition, there will be launch ceremonies, inspections, and project commissioning during the tour.
Source: newsthemegh.com