Frank Annor Dompreh, Minority Chief Whip and Nsawam-Adoagyiri Member of Parliament, has issued a forceful call for heightened fiscal transparency, demanding that Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson return to Parliament to address mounting concerns over the nation’s financial management.
Central to the lawmaker’s demand are questions regarding the Ghana Sinking Fund and a reported 55% decline in capital investment over the previous year.
A figure that critics argue has stifled national infrastructure development and stunted economic growth.
In a statement shared via his social media platform, Annor Dompreh emphasized that Parliament, as the primary representative body of the Ghanaian people, cannot be sidelined on matters of such high economic stakes.
”These are matters of national importance,” the lawmaker stated.
“The Ghanaian people deserve transparency and accountability on critical economic decisions that affect their daily lives and the future of our infrastructure.”
Beyond fiscal oversight, Annor Dompreh, speaking on behalf of the Minority Caucus, took a firm stance against a new proposal aimed at restructuring parliamentary debate.
The proposal suggested a “proportional speaking arrangement” that would limit the Minority to just 9 speakers compared to the Majority’s 18 speakers during floor debates.
The Minority Caucus has officially rejected this move, arguing it undermines the democratic essence of the House.
Key points of their opposition include:
Protecting Representation: The belief that every voice in Parliament must be heard without “unfair restrictions.”
Procedural Fairness: While supporting the broader Business Committee’s report, the Minority insists the proportional speaking rule must be expunged.
Ensuring that the rules of the House do not become a tool to shield the government from rigorous scrutiny.
The Minority remains steadfast in its commitment to defending parliamentary integrity.
By demanding a full accounting of the Sinking Fund and resisting attempts to curtail debate, Annor Dompreh and his colleagues are signaling a session defined by a “people-first” approach to governance.
By 1960news.com
