Western North NPP Demands Apology from NDC Lawmakers Over Cocoa Price Silence

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Western North Region has intensified its political rhetoric, demanding a formal apology from the eight National Democratic Congress (NDC) Members of Parliament representing the area. At the heart of the dispute is what the NPP describes as a "betrayal" of cocoa farmers, following the MPs' alleged silence on recent cocoa price dynamics that have sparked concerns across the agricultural sector. Regional Secretary Felix Foster Ackah, speaking on behalf of the party, asserted that the lawmakers' failure to advocate for their constituents in the face of price challenges is a dereliction of duty that directly threatens the economic well-being of thousands of local families.

According to the NPP leadership, the current economic climate necessitates a more proactive stance from all political representatives, regardless of party affiliation. Mr. Ackah criticized the NDC MPs for not addressing the potential negative impacts of price fluctuations on farmers' incomes and livelihoods. He further cautioned against any proposed reforms that might dismantle or undermine the guaranteed pricing model, describing such moves as dangerous for the industry’s future. The NPP argues that the MPs’ perceived inaction serves as an endorsement of conditions that disadvantage the very people who form the backbone of the region’s economy.

Beyond the critique of the opposition, the NPP in Western North is calling on the central government to initiate a comprehensive review of cocoa prices to better reflect the current economic realities. They emphasize that protecting the pricing system is not merely a political issue but a matter of national economic stability, given that cocoa remains a vital pillar of Ghana’s GDP. As the debate continues, the NPP maintains that the NDC lawmakers must take responsibility for their silence and work towards ensuring that cocoa farmers receive the protection and financial security they deserve to sustain their production and community development.