Inside parliament: Budget, Chief Justice vetting, and calls for reform – Nov 10–14, 2025
BY VALENTIA TETTEH The fourth week of the third meeting of the first session of the Ninth Parliament was marked by intense parliamentary activity, featuring high-stakes vettings, the presentation of the 2026 Budget, key legislative approvals, and a tragic national incident that has prompted urgent calls for reform. From the Chief Justice vetting to the […]
Former Finance Minister warns Ghanaians to ‘manage expectations’ after 2026 Budget
BY VALENTIA TETTEH Former Minister for Finance, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has urged Ghanaians to temper their expectations following the presentation of the 2026 Budget by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. Speaking to journalists in Parliament on Friday, November 14, 2025, Dr. Adam said the budget does not demonstrate the level of investment needed […]
Former Finance Minister says 24-hour economy yet to deliver promised jobs
BY VALENTIA TETTEH Former Finance Minister, Dr. Amin Adam, has criticised the government’s flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative, describing it as “a confusing mix of policy ideas” that has failed to deliver on its job creation promises. Reacting to the 2026 Budget, presented by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson on Friday, November 14, Dr. Adam […]
GoldBod credited with stabilising cedi and boosting Ghana’s foreign exchange
By Magdalene Andoh Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has credited the efficient operations of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) as a major force behind the country’s recent foreign exchange stability and gold-backed inflows. According to him, the state-run agency—established to regulate and promote Ghana’s gold sector—has become a “game-changer” in strengthening the cedi and […]
