Accra: The Economy and Development Committee of Parliament has issued a stern warning to ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) that failure to attend the review of the 2025 Annual Progress Report (APR) will result in sanctions. This review is crucial for assessing the performance of public institutions, monitoring government program implementation, scrutinizing budget utilization, and identifying challenges affecting service delivery.
According to Ghana Web, Chairman of the Committee Eric Afful emphasized that accountability is non-negotiable, and any MDA that disregards the Committee's invitation will face disciplinary measures. Afful affirmed the Committee's commitment to ensuring the prudent use of public resources through rigorous oversight, with an expectation that the review's outcome will bolster governance, enhance public sector efficiency, and improve citizens' well-being.
Meanwhile, the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has noted that despite Ghana's significant economic gains in 2025, several development challenges remain. The Commission has identified issues such as high youth unemployment, poor maternal health outcomes, and continued deficiencies in public service delivery.
Ranking Member of the Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, pointed to increasing pressures in the health sector. Citing the 2025 Annual Progress Report, he noted that neonatal cases are on the rise, and ambulance response times have worsened due to a lack of dedicated funding. Oppong Nkrumah urged all MDAs to cooperate fully with the Committee by providing accurate and transparent information on public fund usage.