The Member of Parliament for Ofoase/Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has reaffirmed the Minority’s dedication to thoroughly examining the 2025 budget to ensure it delivers the best outcomes for Ghanaians.
He emphasized that Parliament’s primary duty is to critically evaluate the government’s commitments, programs, and budget allocations to ensure their effectiveness and sustainability.
His statement comes ahead of the highly anticipated budget presentation by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, set for Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
In a press release, the former Information Minister underscored the Minority’s resolve to hold the government accountable and ensure that promises made to Ghanaians are honored.
“Our job as Parliament is to examine the commitments/programs and to examine the budgets for each of them. Our job is to assess, make recommendations, and, in the end, approve the policy and the budget,” he stated.
“We will bring to bear the knowledge we’ve acquired in government, the lessons from what went right and wrong in our era, and the feedback from our constituents in our assessment and approvals.”
Oppong Nkrumah further stressed that the transition from political rhetoric to practical governance was crucial for addressing national challenges.
“It’s good that finally the propaganda is going to give way to governance programs that can respond to the outstanding challenges our people face. We in the minority will do our part to help these programs succeed for the people of Ghana,” he added.
As the nation awaits the 2025 budget, the Minority’s pledge to conduct a thorough review sets the stage for intense parliamentary debate and accountability.
