Dr Zaato recalled how Ken Ofori-Atta received widespread admiration after his first budget presentation, with some commentators describing it as impressive and intellectually sound. Dr Zaato stressed that economic gains in the first and second years are often not new or extraordinary, as similar trends have occurred under previous administrations. He added that sustaining economic gains over time is the real challenge, not achieving short-term improvements. He noted that even the President has recently acknowledged the need to protect early gains and avoid economic decline in later years. Dr Zaato concluded that while the current economic performance deserves recognition, it should be assessed with patience and caution, as history has shown that long-term results matter more than early success.

Source: GhanaWeb January 09, 2026 08:00 UTC