Leader of the New Force Movement, Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar, has introduced an ambitious plan to secure USD 50 billion in investments by tapping into the African diaspora and people of African descent globally.

During the launch of his manifesto, "The 12 Pillars for Economic Freedom," on Sunday, 1 September 2024, Mr. Bediako outlined his vision, calling it "Ghana's first USD50 billion" initiative, a strategy he believes will address the country’s most pressing challenges.

Mr. Bediako’s plan includes enticing the diaspora to invest in Ghana by offering them citizenship and passports in return for their financial contributions. He described this approach as a cornerstone of "African unification," stating: "We [Ghana] will be the first people to start the project USA - United States of Africa, by people joining us [Ghana] and we welcoming them through our borders, but also, they will also be investing on our land."

The New Force Movement leader envisions this initiative as not only a financial boon but also a unifying force for Africa, aiming to establish Ghana as the launchpad for a "United States of Africa."

His manifesto details a comprehensive strategy for driving prosperity, creating job opportunities, and ensuring a prosperous future for Ghanaians.

Among the 12 pillars presented, Mr. Bediako emphasised Pillar 10—raising the first USD 50 billion—as critical to solving Ghana’s economic issues.