2nd July, 2014

The Daily Graphic is not happy that the government has not achieved its objectives in the past years. It says the persistence and commitment of the government to improve the economic situation of the country have proven futile due to challenges the economy is facing. The Graphic admonishes the public that no government can provide all the needs of its people even if it is endowed with all the requisite resources. The paper reminds Ghanaians that democracy thrives in an atmosphere of openness and the preparedness of everybody to voice out their opinion on matters of public concern. The Graphic pleads with the country's leaders to continue to listen to the concerns of the people. 

The Herald believes Ghana has been able to achieve much after 54 years of its existence. It says the country cannot be said to be a failed state, because it has not done badly at all and have always been a beacon of hope for Africa. The Herald says the current leaders are not resting and are doing everything possible to ensure that the economic freedom promised on the day of independence is realized. The paper calls for unity in order to progress as a people and also be more loyal to the country. 

The Ghanaian Times says it is important for the country to do a careful examination of the past after the celebration of Republic Day to know whether or not the citizens are living up to the aspirations of their forebears. The paper says in as much as the country is going through economic hardships it is necessary that it takes critical decisions and addresses problems confronting the nation. The paper urges the government to encourage Ghanaians to put their shoulders to the wheel to ensure that the country achieves socio economic emancipation. 

The Daily Heritage urges the government to reflect on the mistakes of the past in order to move the nation forward as Ghana celebrate its 54th anniversary. The paper acknowledged that though Ghana appears not to have achieved much since independence, there is a lot to be happy about since there is relative peace and has built over the years strong institutions to the envy of many across Africa and around the world. The paper asks Ghanaians to be proud of themselves and forge ahead in unity. 

GBC