Accra, Ghana – Ghana’s Parliament has commenced debate on the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, presented by Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Baah Forson on November 13, 2025. The discussion began with contributions from the Chairman of the Finance Committee and several other lawmakers, who addressed key issues in finance, the economy, the budget, and public interest. This marks a critical stage in the budgetary process, as lawmakers scrutinize the government’s plans and projections for the upcoming year.
Members of Parliament from various constituencies have already weighed in on the budget, including Abena Osei Asare (MP, Atiwa East), Richard Acheampong (MP, Bia East), Gideon Boako (MP, Tano North), and Kabiru Tia Mahama (MP, Walewale). Their contributions are expected to shape the ongoing debate and inform further discussions. The debate is expected to continue in the coming days, with lawmakers likely to pose questions and seek clarifications from the Finance Minister and his team.
The budget debate provides an opportunity for Parliament to exercise its oversight role and ensure that the government’s economic policies align with the needs and aspirations of Ghanaians. As the deliberations unfold, citizens will be keenly watching to see how their elected representatives engage with the budget and advocate for their constituencies’ interests. The outcome of the debate will have significant implications for Ghana’s economic trajectory in 2026 and beyond.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
