The Minority in Parliament has vowed to block any new tax measures, arguing that Ghanaians are already under heavy financial pressure.
The position was announced at a media briefing on Friday, May 22, where the caucus also raised concerns about the country’s economic direction and governance.
Speaking for the group, Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei criticised the government for what she called contradictions in its tax policies since the National Democratic Congress took office in January 2025.
She said the Minority supports efforts to improve discipline in public spending and reduce waste. However, she added that current measures have not brought meaningful relief to citizens facing economic hardship in Ghana.
According to her, government reforms meant to improve efficiency and cut waste have moved slowly. She described many of them as symbolic and said they have not eased pressure on households and businesses.
Mrs. Appiagyei stressed that the economic situation requires policies that reduce burdens on citizens, not new taxes or levies. She said the Minority will strongly oppose any attempt to introduce additional tax measures.
“The Minority welcomes genuine efforts to cut waste, but reforms so far appear too slow and largely cosmetic. Ghanaians are taxed enough, and the Minority reiterates its firm position of no new taxes on an already burdened citizenry,” she said.
She also accused the governing party of inconsistency, noting that while the NDC opposed certain taxes when in opposition, it has since introduced new levies while in power.
