By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah
Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has clarified that the proposed “No Plan, No Cash” Bill is intended to enhance governance and ensure that government spending aligns strictly with prioritized and well-planned initiatives.
He emphasized that the bill is not a partisan tool aimed at frustrating the current administration but a measure to promote efficiency, accountability, and responsible use of public funds.
Speaking on GTV’s Breakfast Show on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Mr. Nkrumah explained that the bill seeks to guarantee that “every single cedi” spent by government institutions goes toward properly certified and prioritized projects.
“The idea is simple,” he said. “If there’s no clear, approved plan for a project, there should be no funding. This isn’t about politics—it’s about proper planning and delivery.”
Addressing concerns that the bill may be a deliberate effort by the Minority to obstruct the work of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) under the current administration, Mr Oppong Nkrumah dismissed such suggestions.
“Absolutely not. This is not about the NDC government. In fact, much of what we are proposing comes from lessons we learned while in government. Some of these things we should have done ourselves, but hindsight is always clearer. Now, we’re putting structures in place to help improve governance for the future.”
He further noted that the bill is designed to support any government including the current one in ensuring that public resources are tied to deliverables and that presidents are better able to track and follow up on their own projects.
“This proposal isn’t a political hurdle—it’s a governance tool. If a government has a clear plan, this bill will actually help it execute more efficiently and be held to account,” he stated.
Oppong Nkrumah’s remarks were aimed at reassuring the public and policymakers that the proposed legislation is forward-looking and reform-driven, designed to institutionalize planning discipline and strengthen public financial management across political cycles.
