The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has urged Ghanaians to embark on fervent fasting and prayer for the country following the reappointment of former Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.

In a statement shared on social media on Saturday, February 24, 2024, Ablakwa expressed concern that Ofori-Atta's new role as a presidential advisor and special envoy would grant him unchecked authority, as Parliament lacks oversight responsibilities over such positions.

Highlighting past instances of alleged financial impropriety, Ablakwa accused Ofori-Atta of utilizing taxpayers' money without parliamentary approval during his tenure as finance minister.

“Take note that Presidential Advisors and Special Envoys are not accountable to Parliament and cannot be summoned to answer parliamentary questions for their actions," Ablakwa stated.

He further criticized President Akufo-Addo for purportedly disregarding the economic challenges facing the country, accusing him of expanding the size of government instead of implementing austerity measures.

“It is also very troubling and most insensitive on the part of President Akufo-Addo that in this time of economic crisis and excruciating hardships when many Ghanaians expected him to take advantage of his belated reshuffle to reduce the size of his bloated government, the numbers are rather going up with many sacked ministers returning either as presidential advisors, ministers of state at the presidency or advisors to ministers,” Ablakwa asserted.

The MP's remarks come in the wake of reports confirming Ofori-Atta's reappointment into the government. According to a letter from the Office of the President signed by Chief of Staff, Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, Ofori-Atta has been appointed as a senior advisor and envoy on capital markets.

“I am pleased to inform you that the President of the Republic has appointed you as the Senior Presidential Advisor and Special Envoy for International Finance and Private Sector Investments," the letter stated.

As the nation grapples with economic challenges and political developments, Ablakwa's call for spiritual intervention underscores growing concerns over governance and accountability in Ghana.