Samuel Atta Akyea, the Member of Parliament for Akim Abuakwa South, has suggested that the resignation of Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta would contribute to peace in the country. Atta-Akyea emphasized the importance of self-reflection on Ofori-Atta’s part and urged him to consider stepping down for his personal well-being and the overall benefit of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In an interview with Citi TV on Tuesday, January 16, Atta-Akyea appealed to the Finance Minister to prioritize the nation’s interests and contemplate resigning from his position.
“For me, what is very frightening is the fact that you have a whole army of people saying look you’ve had enough…I think that that could be a way for him to relax. Look at all the burdens on one man. So it is his individual decision to make as to whether he should go or he should continue.”
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Furthermore, Atta-Akyea expressed the view that Ofori-Atta’s resignation might contribute to creating a more peaceful environment for both the government and the nation.
“He should look at himself and look at the troubles that everybody believes, I mean when he is not there then the nation will have peace…He should save himself and save the government and have his peace because he needs it,” Mr Atta Akyea said.
The calls for Ofori-Atta’s resignation have been growing for several months, particularly from certain Members of Parliament within the NPP. The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has consistently held Ofori-Atta responsible for fiscal challenges in the country.
In response to these demands, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta expressed deep emotional distress and disappointment. In an exclusive interview with GTV on Sunday, August 6, 2023, he revealed feeling battered and broken during the protests. Despite the challenges, Ofori-Atta emphasized his commitment to staying in office and serving the country in its efforts to recover from economic difficulties. He believed that challenging times required bold and courageous individuals willing to stay and fight for the nation’s well-being.
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“In the period of censure, in which Parliament then voted against it, but more importantly, you were in a situation where you were battered and broken.”
“And do not leave a ship at that time, and given the urgency of ensuring the IMF programme will get through, for me it was a duty to serve, and there was no running away from it,” Mr Ofori-Atta said.
