The Minority in Parliament has sharply criticised the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), claiming the party misled Ghanaians with false assurances to secure a win in the 2024 general elections.During the debate on President John Dramani Mahama’s second batch of ministerial nominees on Tuesday, January 21, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin condemned the NDC’s election promises.

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He made it clear that his caucus would hold the government to account for its statements and pledges.Afenyo-Markin expressed skepticism about the government’s ability to deliver on its promises and warned that winning an election does not automatically grant unchecked power.He emphasised that the Minority would remain vigilant, thoroughly scrutinising the government’s actions to ensure accountability and transparency.

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The Minority Leader further accused the NDC of making overly ambitious promises during the campaign, warning that Ghanaians would soon recognise the true nature of the ruling party's agenda.He also questioned whether the government could live up to the high expectations it set during its election campaign.“We will hold your feet to the fire. You think you campaigned and got it handed to you on a silver platter? You will see.

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You call us a micro Minority, but you will see,” he stated.Afenyo-Markin wrapped up by reaffirming his caucus’s dedication to scrutinizing each pledge made by the NDC during the campaign, ensuring that none are overlooked or remain unfulfilled.“Today, you are in government, and we will follow through on every single promise you made while on the campaign platform,” he added.

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