The People’s National Party (PNP) has expressed deep concern over the current state of affairs in Ghana, calling attention to the struggles of everyday citizens amidst skyrocketing prices and environmental degradation. In a statement, PNP Chairperson and Leader Janet Asana Nabla lamented the focus of the two major political parties, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), on trivial issues like parliamentary leadership, while critical problems affecting Ghanaians remain unresolved.
“The country is facing severe hardships, with rising costs of basic necessities such as baby food and fuel. Meanwhile, our water bodies and environment continue to suffer due to illegal mining. Despite these pressing issues, the NPP and NDC are consumed by disputes over who should lead the majority in Parliament,” Nabla stated.
According to the PNP, Ghanaians are indifferent to who holds the majority in Parliament if it doesn’t translate into tangible solutions to their daily struggles. Nabla criticized the NPP’s majority in Parliament, pointing out that it has failed to deliver any substantial benefits to the people. Policies under the NPP government have not curbed the rising prices of goods and services, leaving new mothers unable to afford basic necessities like baby food.
The NDC did not escape the PNP’s criticism either. Nabla accused the opposition party of focusing on matters such as reducing betting taxes, which she argued is irrelevant to the concerns of the average Ghanaian. She suggested that the youth need meaningful livelihoods, not an industry that fuels addiction.
“The NDC’s fixation on betting taxes is an insult to the youth. We should be encouraging them to pursue more productive ventures, not pushing them deeper into betting addictions,” Nabla added.
The PNP also raised concerns about the ongoing disputes between the NPP and NDC over parliamentary leadership, warning that such matters should not involve the Supreme Court. Nabla emphasized that it is Parliament’s role to resolve internal conflicts and maintain order, rather than dragging the judiciary into political disputes.
“As the interpreter of the constitution, the Supreme Court should not be dragged into this matter. Both parties must resolve their internal issues without involving the court,” she said.
Nabla further highlighted that it is often women and children who suffer the most in times of economic turmoil. She reaffirmed the PNP’s commitment to championing the rights of these vulnerable groups and ensuring that their voices are heard.
The PNP concluded by urging both the NPP and NDC to shift their focus from internal power struggles to addressing the real issues affecting Ghanaians, particularly women and children.
The party’s message was clear: “Ghanaians need solutions, not distractions. We must prioritize policies that provide relief for ordinary citizens and address the country’s most urgent challenges.”
The PNP pledged to continue advocating for the needs of the people, while urging the NPP and NDC to do the same, before more Ghanaians are pushed further into hardship.
