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Percival Kofi Akpaloo, the Leader of the Liberal Party of Ghana(LPG), has revealed that he intends to govern Ghana like a company due to his background as a businessman.
In an interview with Fiifi Pratt on Kingdom FM, Mr Kofi Akpaloo outlined his plan to boost the economy by raising taxes and investing the revenue in equipping the youth with vocational skills for the country’s benefit.
“I want Ghana as a business. I have to empower the people to make money so I can tax them and make more money from them and run the economy. How can you tax people when they are poor? If the people are JHS levers, how can I tax them? Unless such persons go and apply as security personnel. These people earn about GHc600 to Ghc700. Some also don’t get their salaries consistently”. He disclosed
He stated that once he assumes the role of President, he plans to enable individuals to pursue vocational training in order to become self-sufficient and benefit the nation.
He added that “when the government trains people, they will be able to pay their taxes to the government.
In running the country as a businessman, Kofi Akpaloo said, “If you have an idea that can attract foreigners and promote the increase the revenue of the country, you can discuss it with me as the President to invest in the idea to become a reality”.
“The government can give you a loan to implement your plan and pay the loan later. As you become rich, the economy will also improve and revenue will increase.” He stated.
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