An economist, Mr Isaac Yalley, has called on the government to deliver realistic solutions to ease the country’s economic pressures as Parliament awaits the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy.
Speaking in an interview on Rainbow Radio’s flagship news program, Nyankonton Mu Nsem, Mr Yalley stated that the financial blueprint must go beyond mere policy declarations and address the real hardships faced by ordinary citizens and the business community.
The Minister for Finance is scheduled to lay the economic policy before the House on Thursday, 12 November 2026. The budget, framed around the theme “The New Economy,” aims to set out key interventions for national growth, revenue mobilisation, targeted investment, and improved living standards.
Expressing his expectations ahead of the crucial sitting, Mr Yalley emphasised that the public is eager to see workable strategies that directly relieve the rising cost of living, which continues to stretch household budgets across the nation.
“Ghanaians are looking for concrete answers in this budget. We have heard the broad promises before, but what the country needs right now are clear, practical measures that will bring immediate relief to distressed households and struggling businesses,” Mr Yalley remarked during the broadcast.
He further underscored the urgency of aggressive job creation drives, pointing out that youth unemployment remains one of the most critical challenges confronting the domestic economy.
“The government must prioritize sustainable employment creation, particularly for our young people. The success of ‘The New Economy’ will ultimately be measured by how many jobs it generates and how effectively it lowers the daily burden on the average citizen,” he added.
Parliament is expected to debate the policy document in the coming days following Thursday’s official presentation.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana