Financial Analyst Toma Amihere has advised the government to prioritise deepening the country’s recent macroeconomic stability rather than rushing into an aggressive growth agenda in 2026. He warned that although indicators are improving, the economy remains too fragile for any rapid expansion drive. His remarks follow the presentation of the 2026 Budget and Economic Statement by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, themed “Resetting for Growth, Jobs, and Economic Transformation.” The budget outlines the government’s intention to consolidate recent gains while shifting efforts toward productivity and job creation. Speaking on Citi FM’s The Big Issue on Saturday, November 15, Amihere…
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Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has sharply criticised former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam and the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) for attempting to downplay the economic progress made under his leadership. Speaking on TV3 on Thursday, November 14, 2025, Dr. Ato Forson questioned why his predecessor failed to achieve the same results if he believed economic recovery was so straightforward. “I’ve heard the NPP say this, but if it was that simple, why didn’t they do it? If the economy could rebound that fast under their regime, why didn’t they make it happen?” he argued. He…
Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has revealed that Ghana lost more than GH₵31 billion between April 2020 and August 2025 due to Import Declaration Forms (IDFs) that had no corresponding imports. Describing the situation as alarming, he warned that such massive financial leakages continue to drain the country’s foreign reserves and threaten economic stability. Presenting the 2026 Fiscal Budget to Parliament on Thursday, November 13, 2025, the Minister disclosed that Ghana processed 525,814 foreign-exchange transactions, valued at about GH₵83 billion, over the five-year period. Shockingly, only 10,440 of these transactions could be verified against actual imported goods. “Between…
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has warned that fuel prices are expected to rise again from Saturday, November 16, 2025, due to surging global crude prices and a weakened cedi. In a statement signed by its Executive Secretary, Duncan Amoah, COPEC projected that petrol prices will increase by about 3.38%, moving from an average of GHS12.18 to GHS12.59 per litre. Diesel prices are expected to see a significantly higher jump of 9.81%, increasing from GHS12.49 to GHS13.71 per litre. Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumers will also feel the impact, with prices expected to go up by 1.97%, reaching GHS11.87…
New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia says he has the record, ideas, and experience required to transform Ghana, promising that if elected President, he will make living standards in the country comparable to those abroad — a vision he describes as bringing “Abrokyire” to Ghana. Speaking to party supporters in a video sighted by Masemtvgh.com on Saturday, November 15, Dr. Bawumia outlined what he views as some of the major achievements driven by innovation during his tenure as Vice President, particularly in the area of digital transformation. He recalled that prior to the NPP’s assumption of office,…
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has urged government to ensure that the 2026 Budget becomes a turning point for Ghana’s economic transformation and a clear pathway toward self-reliance. Addressing Members of Parliament at a Post-Budget Workshop in Accra, the Speaker said the national budget remains the strongest indicator of how well a country is managed, stressing that Ghana must use the 2026 fiscal plan to redefine its economic direction. “A common refrain echoes across Africa: ‘Africa is not poor; it is poorly managed.’ And the budget is the clearest expression of that management,” Bagbin noted. “At this pivotal moment, our…
New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia says Ghana’s future development will be driven by bold ideas and innovation, not the amount of money available to government. Addressing supporters in Ketu South, the former Vice President argued that transformative progress comes from creative thinking and technology-backed reforms—principles he said guided many of the initiatives he spearheaded while in office. “It is not the money in your pocket that will allow you to transform Ghana. It is the ideas in your head,” he said. Digital Reforms Cited as Key Achievements Dr. Bawumia highlighted several digital innovations implemented under the…
Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has dismissed Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson’s assertion that the Mahama administration inherited an economy “in distress,” describing the claim as false and highly disingenuous. Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Big Issue, Ahiagbah argued that the current administration is benefiting from the economic recovery efforts initiated by the previous NPP government before leaving office. He said the fiscal stability reflected in the 2026 Budget is a direct outcome of disciplined economic management under the NPP—reinforced by frameworks put in place during the IMF-supported programme. “The Data Shows…
The Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Hon. Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimiah, has raised concerns about the growing number of high-rise billboards along major highways and the lack of proper regulations to safeguard workers involved in their construction. Addressing the media, Hon. Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimiah commended the MP for Domeabra-Obom, Hon. Isaac Awuku, for his timely statement on the issue. She noted that many critical matters in the country are often taken for granted, especially those relating to industry and business operations. According to her, there is no doubt that the increasing number of high-rise buildings and towering billboards across the…
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed that although the Mahama administration has initiated the process to procure a new presidential jet, President John Mahama will not be in office by the time the aircraft is delivered. Speaking on TV3’s Key Points on Saturday, November 15, Dr. Forson stressed that presidential jet acquisitions typically take several years, meaning the next government—not the current one—will be the ultimate beneficiary. “The amount of money we spent in the past chartering private jets could have bought a new one,” Dr. Forson said. “In the coming weeks, we will be presenting those agreements…