{
  "id": 20025466,
  "title": "Nkrumah secured political freedom; Mahama will deliver economic freedom – Gyakye Quayson",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/nkrumah-secured-political-freedom-mahama-will-deliver-economic",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-14T17:58:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/nkrumah-secured-political-freedom-mahama-will-deliver-economic-freedom-gyakye-quayson/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "James Gyakye Quayson, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister and Assin North MP, asserts that President John Dramani Mahama possesses the chance to capitalize on Ghana's political autonomy by fostering economic self-sufficiency for the populace. He asserts that Mahama is dedicated to ensuring the nation's natural and economic assets benefit the broader community rather than remaining confined to a select few. Quayson emphasizes the importance of generating prospects for young individuals to secure stable earnings and enhance their quality of life, arguing that Ghana's resources ought to be utilized for the advantage of all citizens. He asserts that the effectiveness of political leaders is ultimately gauged by their dedication to the well-being of the majority, stating that those who fail to prioritize the needs of the people should be held responsible. During an interview on Channel One TV’s Akwasi Addo, the Assin North MP encourages Ghanaians to back President Mahama in fulfilling his duties. \"Kwame Nkrumah granted us political liberty. President Mahama is about to grant us economic liberty,\" he quips. Quayson queries the fairness of a system wherein numerous young individuals lack consistent income and resources, despite the country's abundant wealth. \"Take a look at all of you here. I would wager that 50% of you lack a monthly income or resources. It's not equitable for anyone. The resources in this country belong to all of us,\" he asserts. He maintains that citizens must demand accountability from those granted political authority if their welfare is disregarded. \"I don’t care who assumes the leadership role. If you enter as a leader and disregard the majority of the population, they should remove you,\" he declares. Quayson affirms that the NDC government recognizes the responsibility that accompanies its mandate from the people and is resolute in not falling short of the electorate's expectations. \"The mandate bestowed upon the NDC, led by President John Dramani Mahama, we are not taking lightly,\" he asserts. He expresses confidence that Mahama will leave an enduring legacy and calls upon Ghanaians to support his endeavors.",
  "summary": "Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister and Assin North MP James Gyakye Quayson says President John Dramani Mahama has an opportunity to build on Ghana’s political independence by securing economic freedom for its citizens. He believes the President is committed to ensuring that the country’s natural and economic resources benefit the wider population rather than remain concentrated […]",
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      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Nkrumah secured political freedom; Mahama will deliver economic freedom – Gyakye Quayson",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/nkrumah-secured-political-freedom-mahama-will-deliver-economic-20026717",
        "published": "2026-11-14T18:29:18.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}