The Minority in Parliament has slammed the ministerial reshuffle by President Akufo-Addo, labeling it as insufficient and ineffective in addressing what they describe as the “seven-year mess” created by the administration.
The reshuffle, which was communicated to Parliament on Wednesday, February 14, has been met with skepticism by opposition members, who argue that it comes too late in the government’s tenure to make any significant impact.
According to the Minority, the reshuffle, merely a few months before the government’s term ends, will not alleviate the hardships and suffering of the Ghanaian people, which they attribute to poor governance and widespread corruption.
“This injury time remix is insipid and uninspiring,” said Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minority Leader, in a statement.
He further criticized the reshuffle of recycling officials who have not contributed positively throughout their tenure.
The Minority has been vocal about the administration’s alleged economic mismanagement, highlighting issues such as excessive borrowing, unsustainable debt levels, and an economic crisis fueled by high taxes, reckless spending, and the misappropriation of state resources.
The caucus accused the government of nepotism and failing to act on calls for change, including ignoring demands from within the ruling NPP itself for the resignation of key figures such as the outgoing Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta.
“For the records, President Akufo-Addo has at all material times remained obstinate and defiant when the subject of reshuffle came up for discussion,” Forson stated, emphasizing the President’s resistance to earlier calls for a cabinet reshuffle.
The Minority leader noted that a more effective solution to end the suffering of Ghanaians would be the resignation of both President Akufo-Addo and Vice President Alhaji Bawumia.
