The Minority caucus in Parliament has vowed to oppose any attempt by the government to introduce new taxes and levies, arguing that Ghanaians are already facing significant economic difficulties and cannot absorb additional financial burdens.
The caucus made its position known during a media briefing by parliamentary leadership on Friday, May 22, where members addressed several economic and governance matters.
Speaking on behalf of the Minority, Patricia Appiagyei criticised the government over what she described as inconsistencies in the National Democratic Congress’s approach to taxation since assuming office in January 2025.
According to her, although the Minority supports efforts aimed at improving fiscal discipline and reducing government expenditure, the measures introduced so far have not delivered the level of relief many citizens expected.
She argued that while the government has announced reforms intended to reduce waste and strengthen economic management, implementation has been slow and has produced limited impact on the day-to-day challenges confronting ordinary Ghanaians.
Patricia Appiagyei further stated that the current economic environment requires policies focused on reducing pressure on households and businesses rather than introducing additional taxes or levies that could worsen existing hardships.
She maintained that the Minority supports meaningful measures to improve public spending efficiency but believes citizens are already carrying substantial tax burdens.
The Deputy Minority Leader also argued that the government’s current position on taxation contrasts with positions previously taken by the National Democratic Congress while in opposition, claiming that the introduction of new levies contradicts earlier commitments made to Ghanaians.
The Minority caucus reiterated its stance that economic policies should prioritise relief for citizens and sustainable growth rather than increasing financial pressure on households and businesses.
