By: IsaacAmoah/tntnewspapergh.com

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has once again cautioned Ghanaians, especially the youth, not to make a mistake to vote back former President and 2024 National Democratic Congress (NDC) Flagbearer, Mr. John Mahama, to power.

According to him, Mr. Mahama is still incompetent even in opposition and Ghanaians should not be deceived by his propaganda to renew his mandate, otherwise they would regret their decision.

Some scenes from the forum

He has, therefore, urged Ghanaians, especially the youth, who are the future leaders of the country, to vote massively for his ‘competent’ Vice-President, who is also the 2024 Flagbearer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawuma, to continue his achievements for the betterment of the country.

Hon.Ignatius Baffour Awuah,Nana Addo and Kofi Baah Agyapong,YEA CEO

President Akufo-Addo made the call in Kumasi during the maiden Youth Empowerment Agency (YEA) Beneficiaries Forum held on Wednesday,17th July 2024, in the auditorium of the Bantama Church of Pentecost.

According to him, Mr. Mahama has nothing new to offer Ghanaians. He said Ghanaians gave him only a term (four years) due to his non-performance. “How can I leave my back to him for him (Mahama) to come and destroy our good works…?” he asked rhetorically.

Section of YEA beneficiaries

The well-attended forum was aimed at engaging the beneficiaries of the training programmes to address their concerns and challenges, as well as giving them an opportunity to have face-to-face interactions with the President, the Minister of Employment and the management of the agency.

President Akufo-Addo commended the CEO and the management of the agency for their great success, urging them not to relent on their efforts.

He praised the beneficiaries for their commitment and dedication to service.

Both the Employment and Labour Minister, Mr. Ignatius Baffour Awuah, and Mr. Kofi Baah Agyapong, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of YEA, made a strong case for the beneficiaries at the forum which was received with a rapturous applause.

The Employment Minister hinted that plans were underway for the agency to introduce a Youth in Sports model to the YEA.

Earlier, the CEO of YEA took time to highlight the successes of the agency.

He disclosed that in the Ashanti Region alone, over 8,572 beneficiaries had been engaged and the youth were seizing opportunities and transforming their future through the training programmes of the YEA.

“From the Community Protection Programme to the Community Health Worker Programme, and the Technical and Vocational Skills Training Programme, our young leaders are shining brightly,” he added.

The CEO gave the breakdown of the beneficiaries as follows:

• 2,782 Beneficiaries on the Community Protection Programme
• 1,479 Beneficiaries on the Community Health Worker Programme
• 157 Beneficiaries on the Prison Assistants Programme
• 365 Beneficiaries on the Garment Programme
• 1,272 Beneficiaries on the Business and Employment Assistance Programme
• 2,260 Beneficiaries on the Technical and Vocational Skills Training Programme
• 250 Beneficiaries on the Youth In Modern Building Technology Programme

Mr. Agyapong said YEA was committed to overcoming challenges and they were working tirelessly to ensure every young person had the support they needed to thrive.

He was most grateful to President Akufo-Addo, the YEA board and their dedicated staff for their unwavering support.

“Together we’re building a brighter, more secure future for Ghana,” he added.