Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has taken a swipe at the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), stating that he could not locate visible progress one year after the party assumed office.

Speaking on Channel One TV on February 16, 2026, Afenyo-Markin challenged the government to point to concrete development projects or the settlement of debts owed to contractors.

He argued that many contractors who financed public works through bank loans are still waiting to be paid, warning that the delays could strain businesses and financial institutions.

“Last year, 2025, what did the government do? Did it pay contractors who had worked and borrowed from banks?” he asked.

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Afenyo-Markin further criticised what he called an excessive focus on macroeconomic figures, insisting that improved statistics must be reflected in the daily lives of citizens.

“If the economy is stagnating and we continue to talk about paper growth, I am interested in the cocoa farmer and the real impact on citizens,” he stated.

He maintained that while he would commend the government for measurable improvements, he has yet to see evidence of meaningful change.

“If the numbers have made a positive impact, I will acknowledge and applaud them. But so far, one year in office, the government has not made any real impact,” he indicated.

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