Poor telephone call quality and unreliable internet connectivity in parts of the country, particularly in the Eastern Region and Ofoase Ayirebi, are becoming increasingly disturbing and are affecting livelihoods and commercial activities in the area.
Although the leadership of the sector, under the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has witnessed several innovations and developments, there is still a need for the ministry to intensify efforts to address challenges relating to clear telephone calls and reliable internet connectivity.
Sir John, a member of the NDC Communications Team in the Eastern Region, made the call on the Adekyee Mu Nsem morning show on Ahotor FM 92.3, hosted by Citizen Kofi Owusu in Accra.
According to him, President John Dramani Mahama’s vision and development agenda are gradually reaching communities across the country, a situation he believes is putting pressure on the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).
He further stated that politicising the “Big Push” programme and describing the Kumasi Expressway as a white-elephant project is misleading. He argued that the projects are intended to open up the country, improve productivity, enhance transportation, and promote business activities across the country.
Comparing the current development agenda with what he described as the achievements of the previous administration, he questioned the economic significance of some projects undertaken during the past eight years.
He cited the demolition of existing buildings, including offices and bungalows, for the construction of the National Cathedral, arguing that the project has yet to deliver the economic benefits expected by the country.
He maintained that the NDC would not be distracted by what he described as propaganda or political manoeuvring aimed at diverting attention from the government’s agenda.
According to him, the NDC remains focused and committed to delivering development and working for the welfare of citizens and the country as a whole.
