2025 Budget Has Betrayed Mahama Gov’t’s Priorities – Oppong Nkrumah

The 2025 Budget Statement has sparked controversy as Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah claims it has completely disregarded the economic vision of former President John Dramani Mahama. According to him, the current administration is not bound to continue the policies of Mahama’s era but instead prioritizes sustainable economic recovery.

“The government’s focus is on long-term growth, not repeating policies that failed in the past,” Oppong Nkrumah stated.

His remarks come after opposition figures accused the government of shifting away from key social and economic policies introduced during Mahama’s tenure.

Key Areas of Disagreement

???? Economic Policy Shift: The budget introduces new fiscal strategies rather than maintaining Mahama-era spending priorities.
???? Revenue & Expenditure Focus: Critics argue that social intervention programs from the past have been sidelined.
???? Infrastructure Development: The government is redirecting resources to alternative projects.

Political Reactions & Public Opinion

Opposition members claim that the budget lacks focus on social welfare, while the ruling government insists that fiscal discipline and economic recovery are the top priorities.

???? Public Reactions:
✅ "We need long-term solutions, not just Mahama’s old plans."
✅ "What happened to the policies that benefited ordinary Ghanaians?"

Conclusion:

As debates over the 2025 budget intensify, Oppong Nkrumah stands firm that government policies must evolve, while opposition figures insist that Mahama’s priorities should not have been abandoned. The budget’s real impact will be measured in the coming months as Ghanaians assess its effects on economic stability and social development.