The Minority Leader in Parliament, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has guaranteed that a National Democratic Congress (NDC) government will act swiftly to meet the financial requirements for the first quarter of 2025 once it assumes office on January 7.

This pledge follows the Finance Minister’s failure to present the 2025 mini-budget, creating uncertainty about the country’s funding plans for the beginning of the year.

Addressing the media after Parliament adjourned until January 2, Dr. Forson criticized the outgoing government for its lack of preparation, describing the situation as a significant governance failure.

He warned that the absence of a mini-budget could lead to disruptions in key public services, placing a heavy burden on ordinary citizens.

Dr. Forson further stressed that the outgoing Akufo-Addo administration would be held responsible for any unfulfilled promises or chaos caused by the lack of proper financial planning.

The Minority Leader assured that the NDC would take immediate action once in power to stabilize the economy and meet essential spending requirements.

He emphasized his commitment to protecting the interests of Ghanaians and vowed that the NDC government would implement measures to prevent further economic hardship.

Dr. Forson also urged the outgoing government to take responsibility for its lack of action and ensure a smooth transition to avoid unnecessary economic difficulties during the handover period.

“However, the NDC Minority Caucus would like to assure the good people of Ghana and all stakeholders that the NDC government that will take over on January 7, 2025, will act with dispatch to cater for expenditure for the first quarter of 2025.

“There is no cause for alarm! Even though there will be no Minister of Finance on January 7, 2025, the Vice President can present to this House the expenditure in advance of Appropriation any time after swearing-in on the 7th and Parliament will be properly constituted to expedite approval of the same.”

There is no cause for alarm! Even though there will be no Minister of Finance on 7th January, 2025, the Vice President can present to this House the expenditure in advance of Appropriation anytime after swearing-in on the 7th and Parliament will be properly constituted to… pic.twitter.com/kTPyzVBGng— Cassiel Ato Forson(PhD) (@Cassielforson) December 20, 2024