Abu Sakara sells CPP vision to electorates in IEA Presidential Encounter
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Abu Sakara sells CPP vision to electorates in IEA Presidential Encounter
26 June 2012
Convention Peoples Party presidential candidate Dr Abu Sakara is ready to convince Ghanaians why the party deserves another opportunity in government.
After the 1981 coup which toppled the PNP government which has its roots to the Nkrumaist tradition, the CPP and the PNC have been wallowing in political obscurity.
The CPP seek another opportunity in government and is ready to tell Ghanaians their policies that will address the needs of the people.
Under the auspices of the IEA, Dr Abu Sakara will sell the vision of the CPP.Myjoyonline will stream the event live at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Centre in Accra.
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Dr. Abu Sakara says the CPP determined to make Ghana the pinnacle of Africa achievements and to demonstrate that the African can manage its own affairs.
He said unemployment has been rife and those with jobs are also concerned about real incomes.
"We must do something for the young generation of our time". There is the wide gap between haves and have nots.Middle Income
He said there is delusion of middle income status in Ghana with only five percent of people having access to modern toilets. 90 per cent have no access to toilets at all.
He said we must be committed to solving these challenges but must make a good assessment of our current situation.
There is no clean water and sufficient food, basic health care, he added.
Way forward
The CPP will ensure the state will play active role in investment and job creation in the country.
He said the CPP strategy will be the creation of jobs for mostly the youth.
There shall be six month military training for all 18 year olds to ensure discipline and patriotism.
Pupils who fail in the BECE will be given a lifeline under CPP leadership in vocational training.
Housing
Local entrepreneurs will be used to build small and medium scale houses for Ghanaians.
Dual Citizenship
People with dual citizenship must be given the opportunity to run for any office they so please in order to encourage them to take part in national development.
CPP will ensure District Chief Executives are elected and will also make sure that the 40 per cent quota for women appointed into public offices is respected.
Vice president will have responsibility for monitoring and evaluation under a CPP leadership.
Commitment dedication and selfless leadership are needed to take Ghana to its rightful place and a CPP president in Abu Sakara is ready to provide all that.
Sakara concludes its time for:
Q&A
Sakara,s encounter with IEA comes to an end. The PNC's Hassan Ayariga will take his turn on July 17, 2012.
From:Nathan Gadugah/Myjoyonline.com
