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The Works and Housing Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has defended Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's approach to tackling the high cost of living, asserting that the Vice President has clearly outlined his plans in his manifesto, addressing the key areas that contribute to the issue.

In an interview on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Monday, Mr. Oppong Nkrumah emphasised that Dr. Bawumia’s strategy goes beyond mere rhetoric, focusing on four critical areas: energy, rent, transport, and food. He argued that the Vice President’s proposals are not only specific but also actionable.

“Dr Bawumia made it clear in his manifesto how he intends to reduce the cost of living across the board,” Oppong Nkrumah said, and added, “He detailed his plans for each of the key areas that impact living cost in Ghana.”

On energy, Mr Oppong Nkrumah highlighted Dr. Bawumia’s plan to introduce 2,000 megawatts of solar power as a significant move to lower energy costs. “This is not just a promise; it's a concrete step towards reducing the burden of energy expenses on Ghanaians,” he stated.

Addressing transportation costs, the minister pointed out Dr. Bawumia’s proposal to transition to high-capacity electric vehicles. “He has spoken about shifting to electric vehicles to mitigate the factors that drive up public transport costs, such as fuel prices and spare parts. By eliminating fuel costs and controlling spare parts prices through flat-rate import duties, the plan is comprehensive,” he explained.

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