The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Majority Caucus in Parliament has challenged Ghanaians to assess the New Patriotic Party (NPP) based on its record in government rather than what it describes as “empty rhetoric” from the Minority.

This comes after the NPP Minority Caucus, led by Alexander Afenyo-Markin, dismissed claims that recent improvements in Ghana’s economy are the result of competent governance under President John Mahama, arguing instead that external factors account for the gains.

In a statement signed by Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, Mahama Ayariga, and issued on January 26, 2026, the Majority said it would soon remind the public of the state of the country the NPP left behind.

According to the statement, the previous administration presided over the collapse of parts of the financial sector, a sharp depreciation of the cedi, high inflation, and a breakdown in key social services.

The Majority cited repeated delays in the reopening of Senior High Schools due to feeding challenges, hospitals turning away patients over unpaid National Health Insurance claims, and mounting debts in the energy sector, which it said were worsened by corruption and mismanagement.

Ayariga also criticised the NPP for weakening public transport, noting that the country’s limited transport capacity became evident during the first Christmas season after the party left office. He said the government has since begun strengthening state-owned transport fleets, with further improvements expected.

On industrialisation, the Majority announced plans to push for a comprehensive audit of the One District One Factory policy when Parliament resumes, describing the programme as a failure plagued by corruption and limited impact on youth employment.

The statement further outlined plans to formalise a 24-hour economy, with legislation to establish the 24-Hour Economy Authority expected when Parliament reconvenes in early February.

Defending the government’s economic performance, the Majority said Ghana’s recovery has been acknowledged by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, and international credit rating agencies, pointing to improved exchange rates, declining inflation, and stronger foreign reserves.

The caucus also defended the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), describing it as a key instrument for stabilising the cedi, and rejected claims that the government has worsened illegal mining activities.

According to the Majority, operations against illegal mining have intensified, environmental damage has reduced, and restoration efforts are underway.

The caucus maintained that while the Minority continues to question the government’s achievements, Ghanaians should ultimately judge both parties by their records in office rather than political spin.