Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused the current government of losing control of governance. He specifically cited public infighting among senior appointees as evidence of this breakdown, even as the administration claims economic recovery and celebrates the successful end of Ghana’s IMF program.
Mr. Afenyo-Markin made these remarks in Parliament on June 10, 2026. This occurred during discussions on a statement by the Finance Minister regarding the economy. He highlighted a recent public dispute between the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture over the release of funds. The Minority Leader presented this as clear proof that the government struggles to coordinate its own officials.
This political friction comes at a crucial time for Ghana’s economy. The nation recently concluded its International Monetary Fund (IMF) program. This program aimed to stabilize the economy and implement structural reforms. The perceived disunity could undermine public confidence in the government's ability to manage its finances and deliver on its economic promises. Historically, successful post-IMF recovery relies on strong internal governmental cohesion.
“The Agric Ministry and the Finance Ministry are at war,” Mr. Afenyo-Markin stated during his parliamentary address. He elaborated, “Whereas one ministry is saying funds have been released, the other ministry says that no.” He concluded by calling this administration a government that has lost control, adding, “the NDC majority is a majority on paper.”
The public exchanges expose deep cracks within the administration. This suggests that the government might be losing focus and direction. Investors and citizens will closely watch how the government addresses these internal coordination challenges. This will be vital for maintaining stability and ensuring effective policy implementation in the wake of the IMF program. Any continued discord could affect Ghana’s economic outlook and the market’s perception of its financial health.