A political storm is brewing as Minority Leader Mahama Ayariga has delivered a thunderous response to Members of Parliament from the New Patriotic Party (NPP), flatly rejecting claims that the government plans to expand the number of ministers.
In a fiery rebuttal that has sent shockwaves through Parliament, Ayariga dismissed the allegations as “baseless and misleading,” insisting in no uncertain terms: “We will not increase the number of ministers.”
Tensions Boil Over
The clash erupted after NPP MPs suggested that the current administration was quietly preparing to swell the size of government—an accusation that immediately ignited fierce debate across political circles.
But Ayariga wasn’t having it.
With unwavering confidence, he pushed back hard, accusing the NPP of peddling misinformation and attempting to score cheap political points. According to him, the government remains firmly committed to maintaining a lean and efficient administration.
A Battle Over Accountability
The dispute underscores growing tensions between the ruling side and the opposition, with the NPP pressing for transparency while Ayariga and his allies argue that the accusations are nothing more than political theatrics.
Political analysts say the exchange reflects the increasingly combative atmosphere in Parliament, where every move is scrutinized and every statement can trigger a political firestorm.
What’s Next?
With public interest intensifying over government spending and administrative size, this latest showdown is likely far from over. If anything, Ayariga’s bold declaration has drawn a clear line in the sand.
One thing is certain: the battle between Mahama Ayariga and the NPP MPs is heating up — and Ghanaians will be watching closely.
