Accra: The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has raised alarms over what he perceives as an unclear and inconsistent approach by the government in managing social intervention programs and taxation. Speaking to journalists during a parliamentary leadership briefing ahead of the resumption of Parliament, Afenyo-Markin pointed out that several government initiatives were already showing signs of strain by the close of 2025, which raises questions about the overall direction of economic and social policies.
According to Ghana Web, Afenyo-Markin highlighted that the expectations set during the National Democratic Congress (NDC)'s time in opposition have not been met with visible changes nearly a year into their administration. He noted, "Beyond the GoldBod, which has helped to stabilize the cedi, it is difficult to point to clear improvements in other areas. In sectors like agriculture, there has not been much progress, and even flagship initiatives such as the 24-Hour Economy are yet to deliver tangible results."
The Minority Leader emphasized the need for the government to move beyond rhetoric and provide a clear, well-coordinated policy framework addressing taxation, economic growth, and social protection practically. "We believe the government's approach to social interventions and taxation has been incoherent. By the end of 2025, some programs were already struggling," he stated.
Afenyo-Markin further urged the government to concentrate on policies that deliver real benefits to citizens across key sectors of the economy, rather than fragmented interventions that lack clear outcomes.