{
  "id": 9301305,
  "title": "Editorial: ‘Reset’ Must Reflect In Our National Attitude",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/editorial-reset-must-reflect-in-our-national-attitude",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T08:55:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Chronicle Ghana",
    "slug": "the-chronicle-ghana",
    "url": "https://thechronicle.com.gh/editorial-reset-must-reflect-in-our-national-attitude/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The central theme of the John Dramani Mahama administration has been the concept of \"Resetting Ghana.\" This idea became a central rallying cry during the 2024 General Election campaign and has continued to be a defining aspect of the Mahama-led government's approach since it came to power. The administration views the reset as an opportunity to tackle the country's development issues and steer Ghana towards a path of progress. Since President Mahama assumed office, the reset agenda has been reflected in government statements, policy discussions, and legislative debates. Currently, parts of the nation are experiencing substantial construction projects, driven by the Big Push Programme, a key government initiative to enhance road networks and essential infrastructure across the country. While the slogan has gained widespread political support, the paper believes that it is time for the concept to transcend political rhetoric and be embraced as a national attitude. The Chronicle advocates for the Mahama government to ensure that the reset agenda becomes a part of everyday behavior and the functioning of public institutions. The paper emphasizes that for the reset to be effective, it must extend beyond government policies and permeate the conduct of citizens and the way public institutions operate. Key negative practices, such as the haphazard disposal of waste, trading on pavements, disregard for road traffic regulations, and destruction of public property, should be eliminated as part of the reset. Furthermore, accountability within government bodies should be emphasized. The reset agenda should not remain confined to political discourse but should be integrated into every sector of national life, including transport, agriculture, security, trade, commerce, sports, culture, and local governance. The paper advocates for a comprehensive public education campaign led by the Jubilee House, through the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, and the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs), to clarify the meaning and objectives of the reset agenda to the general populace. This campaign should not only rely on publicity but should be complemented by practical policies, strict enforcement of existing regulations, and measurable improvements in the delivery of public services. The Chronicle believes that the success of the reset depends not only on government efforts but also on the active participation and understanding of the citizens. The transformation should be a joint endeavor, ensuring that the reset agenda is not just a political slogan but a tangible, visible, and measurable shift towards a more accountable and responsible Ghana.",
  "summary": "The central message of the John Dramani Mahama administration is the resetting of Ghana. Indeed, “Resetting Ghana” became one of the dominant political mantras of the 2024 General Election campaign and has remained a defining theme of the government, since it assumed office. According to the government, the reset agenda is intended to address the […] The post Editorial: ‘Reset’ Must Reflect In…",
  "key_points": [
    "\"Reset\" concept central to Mahama administration's Ghana strategy.",
    "Big Push Programme driving infrastructure development across Ghana.",
    "Chronicle urges reset to become national attitude, not just rhetoric."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}