Joe Jackson, CEO of Dalex Finance and Leasing Company Limited, has publicly disagreed with President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s assertion that Ghana’s economy has returned to pre-COVID-19 levels. During his final State of the Nation Address, President Akufo-Addo cited progress in key sectors as evidence of economic recovery and stability.
However, Jackson described the president’s claim as overly optimistic and detached from the daily struggles of Ghanaians. He emphasized that critical economic indicators—such as inflation, currency depreciation, and unemployment—tell a less favorable story. Jackson pointed out that the purchasing power of Ghanaians has significantly decreased, with many struggling to make ends meet
