Former Information Minister and Member of Parliament, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has launched a sharp critique of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), accusing the government of contradiction in its public sector reforms.
According to him, while the NDC has publicly touted a reduction in the number of government ministers as part of efforts to streamline governance and cut costs, the reality on the ground suggests a different picture—an expanding diplomatic payroll that he claims offsets any savings made from the ministerial cuts.
Oppong Nkrumah argued that the alleged increase in diplomatic appointments raises concerns about consistency in government expenditure control, questioning whether the overall wage bill is truly being reduced as communicated to the public.
His comments have reignited political debate, with critics and supporters of both the government and opposition trading arguments over transparency, fiscal discipline, and public sector efficiency.
The NDC, however, has not formally responded to the specific claims at the time of reporting.
The development adds another layer to ongoing political tensions over government size and spending priorities, with analysts suggesting the issue could become a recurring talking point as scrutiny over public finances intensifies.
