A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Gabby Otchere-Darko, has backed the address delivered by President John Dramani Mahama during the 80th United Nations General Assembly.
During the address, President Mahama told the gathering that the future of the world is African.
“According to this organisation’s own projections, by the year 2050, more than 25% of the world’s population is expected to come from the African continent.
“Additionally, by 2050, one-third of all young people, aged 15 to 24, will be residing on the African continent. So, you see, the future is African. Allow me to say this once again, a little louder for the people in the back. The future is African!
“Already today, Africa is a catalyst for human potential and development, as well as for economic reform and ecological stability. Africa is a catalyst for systemic change. If this reality—which is fact-based and straightforward—seems provocative or unsettling, perhaps it’s because you’re viewing it through the lens of centuries of racism, colonialism, imperialism, and the resulting implicit bias.
“Maybe you’re unaware of the resilience of African nations or their remarkable ability to make a strong comeback, just when you think it’s safe to discount them.”
“Faced with rising inflation, a huge debt burden, and low morale amongst our citizens, my new administration quickly embarked on an ambitious programme of comprehensive transformation designed to restructure Ghana’s economic foundation and enhance our Competitive standing globally. We refer to this process of recalibration as our reset agenda.
“In just eight months, we have achieved a significant reduction in inflation, from 23.8% in December 2024 to 11.5% in August 2025, restoring price stability for our citizens. Additionally, the Ghana cedi has appreciated considerably against other currencies, with Bloomberg reporting it as the best-performing currency in the world at one point.
“Our improved sovereign credit rating reflects increasing investor confidence. Our 24-Hour Economy Initiative promises to transform our economy. There is a renewed willingness among the people to trust that their elected officials have Ghana’s interests at heart and that we are progressing together. ”
In a post on his X page, Mr Otchere-Darko, who is also the chair of the Africa Prosperity Network, said “The future is, indeed, African. And, to build that, let us work with greater urgency in dismantling our borders…”
