Political analyst Professor Avea Nsoh has called for sweeping reforms in Ghana’s transport sector and stronger social support systems for unemployed graduates, arguing that current policies fail to address the needs of ordinary citizens.
Speaking on Dreamz FM’s Breakfast Today program, Prof Nsoh highlighted disparities in transport fares, citing a significant price difference between state-run and private bus services. He said increased government investment in public transportation could reduce costs for commuters.
“If we had more transport options, prices would come down,” he said, advocating for a structured system where state buses are deployed strategically to serve workers, students and teachers.
Prof Nsoh criticized what he described as neglect of public sector workers, particularly teachers, many of whom he said retire without adequate housing despite their contributions to society.
“The teacher who taught those in leadership does not have a place to sleep, while others live in big houses,” he said.
The professor also proposed monthly stipends for unemployed graduates, suggesting that individuals leaving tertiary institutions without jobs should receive between 1,000 and 1,500 cedis to support themselves temporarily.
“We can do it if we prioritize properly,” he said, framing the proposal as consistent with social democratic principles.
Prof Nsoh argued that Ghana’s economic challenges stem partly from inequality and misallocation of resources, and urged policymakers to focus on what he described as the “micro-interests” of citizens everyday concerns affecting workers, nurses and civil servants.
He said governments often emphasize macroeconomic indicators such as inflation while overlooking workplace conditions and basic needs.
“Until we begin to deal with the citizen’s micro-interest, we are wasting our time,” he said.
