President John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that the Akufo-Addo administration has failed Ghanaians after promising to construct 111 hospitals across the country before leaving office.
Addressing Ghanaians during the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 27, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama noted there was no funding source for the Agenda 111 projects.
He emphasised that the erstwhile Akufo-Addo government could have completed at least 22 hospitals out of the Agenda 111 project per the budget allocated; however, most of the hospitals are at foundation levels.
“I am sad to note that there is no funding source for this project. As I speak, not a single agenda 111 is operational. And it is worth disclosing that $400 million has already been disbursed under the Agenda 111 project. At a rate of approximately $80 million per hospital, this $400 spent could have been completed and made operational at least 22 of those hospitals.
“I believe the money should have been focused on completing several hospitals and making them operational instead of spreading it over the current 111 hospitals. As I speak, some are at the foundation level, and not a single one is operational,” he said.
Background
President Mahama’s address, which is in line with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution and is expected to outline his ambitious “Resetting Ghana” agenda, aims at tackling economic challenges, creating jobs, and restoring stability.
In his address, the president is expected to touch on key areas of his government’s policy objectives.
He is also expected to provide updates on the state of Ghana’s economy, including the ongoing IMF bailout programme, security, and the cost of living, among other issues.
Additionally, he will update Ghanaians on deliverables for the year ahead, as well as the achievements of his government so far and the challenges that lie ahead.
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