Bolgatanga Central MP, Isaac Adongo, has downplayed suggestions that he should have been appointed Finance Minister, acknowledging that Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has always held a more senior role in parliamentary financial matters.

His response follows concerns from some constituents who felt he was unfairly overlooked by President John Dramani Mahama in favor of Dr. Ato Forson. Supporters had argued that Adongo was equally qualified for the role.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen on Thursday, February 27, Adongo emphasized Forson’s seniority and experience, stating, “In the issue of Finance Minister proper, since I came to Parliament, I’ve always been behind Ato Forson.”

He explained that when he first entered Parliament, Forson was already serving as the Ranking Member of the Finance Committee while he was just a member. “In my second term, they promoted me to be Deputy Ranking, and he was still the Ranking Member. Then, when there was a reshuffle in Parliament, he was made the Leader of the Caucus, and I was made the Ranking Member of the Finance Committee,” Adongo added.

Highlighting Forson’s prior role as Deputy Minister of Finance, Adongo admitted that his appointment made sense, saying, “He has also been a Deputy Minister of Finance before. So it was really a tall ask.”

Reassuring his supporters, he urged them to trust the political process, assuring them that his time would come. “My time will come,” he stated, emphasizing his commitment to serving both his constituents and the nation.

His remarks were aimed at easing tensions and reinforcing the structured nature of political appointments.