The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has condemned what it describes as worsening economic hardship and job insecurity under President John Dramani Mahama, one year after he assumed office.

In its one-year assessment released in January 2026, CDM criticised the mass dismissal of public sector workers, warning that the actions have deepened unemployment, disrupted families, and eroded confidence in job security within the public service.

“Workers are not expendable statistics; they are citizens whose livelihoods sustain households and communities,” the group said, arguing that reforms pursued without due process amount to economic cruelty rather than responsible governance.

CDM also highlighted the persistent high cost of living, noting that despite relative exchange rate stability at about GHS10.60 to the US dollar, ordinary Ghanaians continue to struggle with rising utility tariffs, food prices, and transport costs.

“Economic management cannot be declared successful when ordinary Ghanaians are forced to choose between electricity, education, healthcare, and food,” the statement stressed.