The National Democratic Congress has directed the Minority caucus in Parliament NOT to approve any of the new ministerial nominees appointed by President Akufo-Addo.
In a statement signed by the NDC General Secretary, Fifi Kwetey, on Sunday, February 19, 2023, the party expressed concern over the large size of the current government and urged its Members of Parliament to reject the nominees.
“The leadership of the NDC, has, against this backdrop, directed the Minority caucus in Parliament NOT to approve any of the new ministerial nominees and to further push for a reduction in the size of government with a view to reducing the needless drain on scarce public resources, excerpts of the statement read.
According to the party, despite the numerous appeals, President Nana Akufo-Addo-led administration has remained adamant and tone deaf.
In light of the current economic woes, the party indicated that the salient thing the government can do is to do a “governmental haircut” to reduce the plight of the ordinary Ghanaian.
“In this moment of haircuts, the most important thing the government can do is to do a “governmental haircut”. Our directive to the minority in parliament, we believe strongly aligns with the genuine sentiments of most Ghanaians,” the NDC said.
“Enough is enough,” the statement concluded.
Background
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo made changes to his government on Tuesday, February 10, 2023.
The President informed the Speaker of Parliament in writing of the latest changes to the administration as required under the 1992 Constitution.
While some ministers were moved to other ministries, other people were appointed.
Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa, K.T Hammond has been appointed Minister-designate for Trade and Industry.
Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Brian Acheampong has been appointed Minister-designate for Food and Agriculture.
Member of Parliament for Karaga, Mohammed Amin Adam, who was stationed at the Energy Ministry as deputy Minister has been given a new post. He has been appointed Minister of State at the Finance Ministry. He is set to replace Charles Adu Boahen.
Stephen Asamoah Boateng has been appointed Minister-designate for Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs.
Herbert Krapah, who was Deputy Minister at the Trade Ministry has been moved to the Energy Ministry as Deputy Minister-designate. He replaces Mohammed Amin Adam.
Meanwhile, Dr Stephen Amoah is now Deputy Minister-designate for Trade and Industry to replace Herbert Krapah.
Member of Parliament for Akuapem South, Osei Bonsu Amoah, has been appointed Minister of State at the Local Government and Rural Development Ministry.
By: Naomi Kwofie | Metrotvnline.com | Ghana
