Economic Hardship Under Akufo-Addo? The Majority Says Ghanaians Haven’t Forgotten the Past—But Here’s Where It Gets Controversial.
In a bold statement issued on January 26, 2026, the Majority Caucus in Parliament, led by Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, fired back at the Minority, arguing that Ghanaians still vividly recall the severe economic struggles endured under the previous administration. But here’s where it gets controversial: the Majority insists the Minority lacks the moral ground to criticize the current government, given the dire state they left the country in. Is this a fair assessment, or is it political maneuvering? Let’s dive in.
The statement, signed by Ayariga, highlights the collapse of Ghana’s financial system during the previous regime, pointing to the unprecedented depreciation of the cedi and inflation rates that soared to historic highs. These conditions, the Majority argues, gutted household incomes and pushed countless families into economic despair. And this is the part most people miss: the ripple effects extended beyond wallets—critical social services, like education, suffered too. Senior High Schools often struggled to reopen due to insufficient funds for basic needs like feeding programs.
“The Ghanaian people lived through one of the most challenging economic periods in our history,” the statement reads, “and no amount of political spin can rewrite that reality.” But here’s the kicker: the Majority vows to keep reminding the public of these hardships, urging Parliament to ground debates in facts rather than selective memory. Is this a call for accountability, or a strategic move to shift focus? You decide.
The Majority’s stance raises a thought-provoking question: Can a government’s past failures justify its present criticisms, or should each administration be judged solely on its own merits? Share your thoughts in the comments—this debate is far from over.
Read the full statement below:
