Kennedy Agyapong, the former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, recently stirred reactions on social media with his advice to Ghanaians: “If your salary can’t sustain you, get a second job.” His tweet, posted on March 1, 2025, emphasized the importance of multiple income streams for achieving financial independence.
While some users agreed with Agyapong’s perspective, many others expressed their frustrations. Comments flooded in, highlighting the difficulty of even securing a single job in the current economic climate. One user lamented, “I’m struggling to even get the first job,” while another pointed out the challenges of finding employment, stating, “The job too is not easy to get, Sir.”
These responses reflect a broader concern among Ghanaians about the job market. Many users called for politicians, including Agyapong himself, to focus on creating a supportive environment for entrepreneurship. One poignant post read, “Politicians like you should prioritize creating the right conditions for young entrepreneurs and their ideas.”
Criticism also came from users who felt Agyapong’s advice was out of touch with the realities faced by ordinary citizens. Some labeled him and other wealthy business figures as “exploitative” and “detached.” One user articulated this sentiment: “The most grating thing about wealthy men in Ghana is how they won’t enjoy their success in silence but instead offer unwanted advice.”
This public discourse highlights a significant divide in perceptions of economic realities in Ghana. While Agyapong’s suggestion to find additional income sources may resonate with some, it overlooks the systemic issues many face in securing even a single stable job.
