Kwesi Pratt Jr and Dr. Kokofu Debate Rising Rice Prices Amid Economic Concerns

On December 26, 2025, a heated debate unfolded on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana between Kwesi Pratt Jr. and Dr. Henry Kwabena Kokofu regarding the rising cost of living, particularly focusing on rice prices. Dr. Kokofu argued that rice prices had decreased due to a stronger Ghanaian cedi, suggesting that government policies were effective in managing inflation. However, Pratt challenged this assertion, contending that the price relief was not reflected in the experiences of ordinary Ghanaians. He accused Kokofu of being out of touch with market realities and highlighted the negative impact of imported rice on local producers. The discussion underscored the economic challenges facing Ghana's domestic rice industry, exacerbated by government policies and currency fluctuations, and emphasized the need for a more nuanced understanding of the local market dynamics.