- The recall was deemed a wasteful expenditure
- Dr. Forson criticized the decision as lacking urgency and relevance
- He argued that tax exemptions should be curtailed
The Minority caucus in Parliament has strongly criticized the recent emergency recall of the House, denouncing it as both unnecessary and a misuse of taxpayer funds.
Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minority Leader, voiced his discontent, arguing that the recall represented a poor allocation of resources, particularly given the limited outcomes of the two-day session.
The recall was called to discuss 11 items, but only two were actually addressed at the Accra Conference Centre.
Dr. Forson argued that the minimal progress and narrow scope of the discussions failed to justify the substantial costs involved in summoning Members of Parliament.
He asserted that the recall lacked the urgency or importance that would justify such an extraordinary measure, especially when the nation is facing significant financial difficulties.
“Mr. Speaker, the business conducted did not justify this recall. We were called back to discuss tax exemptions and loans. While one loan has been approved, our main concern remains with the tax exemptions. These giveaways should be reduced, especially when the country is in a financial crisis,” Dr. Forson stated.
“Ghana should not be granting such tax exemptions to favored businesses at a time when we are struggling economically.”
