‘Is the 24-hour market concept still part of 24-hour economy?’ Hassan Ayariga asks gov’t
The founder and leader of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga, is demanding clarity from the government over what he describes as an apparent shift in the branding and policy direction of its 24-hour market initiative. Dr Ayariga is questioning why the term “24-hour markets”, which became closely associated with the government’s flagship 24-hour […]
Founder and leader of the All People's Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga, is seeking clarification from the government regarding his perception of a possible shift in branding and policy focus for the government's 24-hour market initiative. In a statement made on Monday, October 5, Ayariga expressed confusion over the replacement of the term "24-hour markets" with the term "District Model Markets."
The original 24-hour market concept was instrumental in creating a clear and practical identity for the government's flagship policy, allowing selected markets and commercial centers to operate beyond the usual business hours. This initiative provided several benefits, including opportunities for traders, businesses, workers, and consumers to engage in economic activities outside the conventional daytime period.
Ayariga emphasized that while there may be legitimate reasons for expanding or redefining the initiative, any modifications in its name or identity should be clearly communicated to the public. If the government's objective is to broaden the initiative by constructing modern model markets across districts, he noted that such an objective should be transparently communicated to the populace.
Ayariga warned that abandoning the "24 Hour" identity without explanation could give the impression that the original concept has been abandoned or is no longer a crucial part of the government's 24-hour Economy agenda.
He suggested that the government could merge both ideas by using the term "24 Hour District Model Markets," maintaining the identity of the 24-hour Economy policy while pursuing the broader goal of developing modern markets throughout the districts. Ayariga clarified that his concerns were not politically motivated, but rather stemmed from the importance of consistency, accountability, and clear communication of government policies.
He urged the government to provide clarity on whether the change in terminology signifies a rebranding of the initiative or a significant alteration in policy direction, stating that the Ghanaian people deserve an explanation.
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