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BoG Governor ‘Swerve’: We will come after him, until we see him, we are not stopping- Minority
The Minority Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Dr.Cassiel Ato Forson who led the #OccupyBOGDemo today has expressed disappointment at the Governors of the Bank of Ghana for refusing to receive their petition in person.
According to him, as the Minority Leader he feels disrespected by the absence of the BoG Governor and his two deputies for sending the Director of Security, Wing Commander Kwame Asare Boateng to meet and receive their petition instead.
He made these remarks when the Director of Security was made to receive the petition on behalf of the BOG Boss, on the excuse that they were having a meeting with a team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Against this backdrop, the minority leader declined to hand over the petition to the Director of Security of the Bank of Ghana, saying until they see him they are not stopping.
“First let me say that I feel disrespected as the leader of the Opposition in Parliament for the simple reason that we demanded to present a petition to the Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, otherwise known as the Bank of Ghana. The Governor has two deputies, namely, Deputy 1 and Deputy 2, unfortunately, he has decided to disrespect us and his two deputies have also decided to disrespect us by not being here to receive the petition,” he said.
Furious Ato Forson said “We never said we were going to present our petition to the Director of Security or someone responsible for security with all due respect. They have actually mismanaged the affairs of the Central Bank., they have mismanaged the affairs of monetary policy. Today, Ghana, our beloved country, is on its knees.”
He further told the Head of Security that he is not the one responsible and for that reason the minority will not give him their petition, adding that “Let me also say that in summary, this Governor and this Bank of Ghana led by Governor Addison has unilaterally printed up to GH₵ 80 billion in two years without recourse to parliament. Aside, they have unilaterally written off about GH₵ 48 Billion being the government’s debt. Let me say that all of these were done without parliamentary approval. Let the Governor be aware that the printing of money is like alcoholism. The perceived good effect comes immediately, but the hangover comes after the party.”
Describing the situation, the Minority leader said, “Governor Addison printed money to finance the champagne lifestyle of President Akufo-Addo and Bawumia on an ‘Apeteshie budget’, today, our country is on it knees, the Central Bank of Ghana today is bankrupt technically, you are insolvent, you have a negative equity of 55.1 Billion and a loss one year of GH₵ 60 Billion. You have again projected to incur additional debt in the year 2023 and counting.”
“We will not allow you going forward to disrespect us and mismanage the affairs of the people of Ghana. Your act has indeed put 850,000 Ghanaians down the poverty line. We will hold you accountable, particularly the Governor. We are demanding his exit,” he added.
Ato Forson added that now that Dr.Addison has decided to disrespect them, they will not present their petition.
“We will go and come back again, we will come back here again. We will come and demand to see him in person, the crowd you’ve seen is just the beginning. trust me we will come back again, if he thinks the IMF is more important than the parliament of Ghana, If he thinks that the IMF is more important than the people of Ghana, he is here because of the people of Ghana and not IMF. so let him deal with the IMF, we will come after him. Until we see him, we are not stopping. This is just the beginning a lot more will happen,” the Minority leader concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
By Spectator Reporter
