Minister for Finance Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has defended the government’s spending priorities, saying public funds are being directed towards essential services and sectors that directly affect the daily lives of Ghanaians.
In a Facebook post dated October 26, the Finance Minister stated that the government was prioritising areas that matter most to citizens.
“We are spending where it matters most, on the services Ghanaians depend on every day!” he said.
Dr Forson disclosed that five funds namely National Helath Insurance, Ghana Medical Trust, District Assemblies Commond Fund, Ghana Education Trust Fund, Road Maintenance Fund had received their third-quarter payments on time and in full, supporting activities in education, healthcare, road infrastructure and community development.
He emphasised that the payments were intended to sustain essential services and address the needs of people who rely on public institutions and development programmes.
“Behind every payment are people whose needs cannot wait,” the Minister added.
The statement highlights the government’s position that its spending is focused on key sectors of the economy and services considered essential to the well-being of Ghanaians
