HON MAHAMA RAISES CONCERNS OVER ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT The Member of Parliament for Walewale Constituency, Hon. Abdul Kabiru Tiah Mahama, has expressed concerns about the government's economic management strategies. Contributing on the statement made by Hon Eric Afful, Hon. Mahama noted that the prices of goods and services are determined by market forces of demand and supply, as well as currency fluctuations. He emphasized that the injection of dollars into the economy by the Bank of Ghana may be masking underlying economic issues, rather than addressing the root causes of the problems. He cited the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) advice to the government to collaborate with the Bank of Ghana to stop intervening in the economy through injecting high amounts of currency. Regarding the debt-to-GDP ratio, Hon. Mahama attributed the decline in GDP to the government's debt restructuring program and IMF support, rather than any positive economic growth. He questioned the governmen

SUBIN MP RAISES CONCERNS OVER PUBLIC LANDS EMBARGO AND ITS ECONOMIC IMPACT. The Member of Parliament for Subin, Hon Kofi Obiri Yeboah, has raised serious concerns over the recent embargo on state and public lands announced by President John Dramani Mahama on January 10, 2025. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mr. Yeboah acknowledged the President’s intention to safeguard public lands for national interest, but warned that the embargo is causing significant disruptions to land registration processes and harming private investment. He cited cases such as the Osumanche Layout, where individuals and corporate bodies with legitimate land interests are now unable to proceed with registrations or use their lands as collateral for loans. He noted that this development contradicts the government’s commitment to promoting private sector growth. “At a time when the economy is struggling with inflation, high interest rates, and cedi depreciation, this embargo could worsen the investment

Amenfi West MP Highlights Sustained Economic Growth in Ghana The Member of Parliament for Amenfi West and Chairman of the Economy Committee, Hon. Dr Eric Afful, has reported on the floor of Parliament that, key economic indicators point to a sustained pickup in economic activities. According to Hon. Afful, the updated composite index of economic activities increased by 2.3% year-on-year in March 2025, compared to 1.0% over the same period in 2024. He noted that the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose above the 50 benchmark, signaling improved growth prospects. The Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee's 24th report indicates significant improvement in business and consumer confidence, the highest in the last seven years. Hon. Afful highlighted that headline inflation has declined consecutively within the year, dropping to 18.3% in May 2025, resulting in reduced prices of goods and services. Additionally, the primary fiscal balance on commitment basis improved significantly

*"Ghanaian Students Abroad in Crisis: Minority Calls for Urgent Government Intervention"* The minority on the select committee on education have expressed great concerns over disturbing reports of Ghanaian government sponsored students facing imminent eviction from the United Kingdom and United States. Speaking to the press, the minority are calling on the government to immediately intervene to address the financial crisis facing these Ghanaian scholarship beneficiaries abroad. Mr Fred Kyei Asamoah, a member of the education committee revealed that, about 180 Ghanaian students in Memphis and Tennessee are on the verge of being ejected from their university housing and also being stripped off their student visa status. He added that, their emerging report indicates same situation for students in the United Kingdom and Eastern Europe facing same threats. The Offinso North MP urged the government of Ghana through the office of the president, the education ministry and the Ghana

Suhum MP Calls for Holistic Approach to National Security The Member of Parliament for Suhum, Hon. Frank Asiedu Bekoe, has emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to national security. Speaking to the media, Hon. Asiedu Bekoe noted that a national security strategy document was introduced in Parliament prior to its formalization. He stressed that security goes beyond just ammunition and armored vehicles, highlighting the importance of human security, which involves the development and well-being of citizens. The MP identified issues such as galamsey (illegal mining), unemployment, and water pollution as significant national security threats. According to Hon. Asiedu Bekoe, these human security components require a coordinated approach from the relevant ministries. He emphasized that the national security strategy document addresses these issues, underscoring the need for a holistic approach to security that prioritizes the well-being and development of citizens.