The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has outlined what he describes as Parliament’s strengthened performance in 2025, pointing out major gains in legislation, oversight, and accountability as the House reaffirmed its central role in Ghana’s democracy with renewed efficiency.

Presenting the 2026 Budget and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday, November 14, 2025, Dr Forson reported that Parliament held 111 plenary sessions, adopted 27 Business Statements, and convened 266 committee sittings during the year.

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A total of 265 reports were submitted, 155 motions debated, and 33 Bills introduced, 27 of which were passed into law.

“During the year, 111 plenary sessions were held, 27 Business Statements adopted, and 266 committee sittings convened. A total of 265 reports were submitted, 155 motions debated, and 33 Bills introduced, of which 27 were passed into law.

“These included key legislations such as the Electronic Transfer Levy (Repeal) Bill, 2025, the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Ghana Gold Board Bill, 2025, all aimed at strengthening fiscal prudence, investment, and resource governance,” he stated.

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Dr Forson further disclosed that 88 papers were laid before the House, including 32 budget performance reports and 18 Auditor-General’s reports.

Parliament also considered 13 Legislative Instruments (LIs), eight of which came into force in line with the national reform agenda.

“Parliament also laid 88 papers, including 32 budget performance reports and 18 Auditor-General’s reports for scrutiny. It considered 13 Legislative Instruments, of which eight came into force, ensuring that delegated legislation aligned with the national reform agenda. Out of 497 parliamentary questions, 222 received responses, demonstrating Parliament’s growing responsiveness and accountability,” he noted.

The Minister maintained that these figures reflect a Parliament that is increasingly assertive, productive, and committed to effective governance.

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