Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed that each District Assembly in Ghana will receive a minimum of GH¢25 million in 2025.
The move is part of broader efforts to decentralize development and empower local governments to take charge of infrastructure and social interventions tailored to their communities’ needs.
Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday, June 3, Dr. Forson disclosed that government has earmarked GH¢7.57 billion for disbursement to local authorities next year.
Of this amount, he explained that approximately GH¢6.1 billion will be allocated directly to District Assemblies to stimulate economic activity at the grassroots.
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He further emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring that these funds are not only released, but also properly utilized.
“Government is guaranteeing that approximately GH¢6.1 billion of the GH¢7.57 billion earmarked for 2025 will be disbursed directly to the local assemblies to spur local economic activities at the district level,” he said.
He added, “Mr. Speaker, in view of that, every District Assembly will receive a minimum of GH¢25 million this year [2025]. Our resources extend beyond mere release of funds. We have taken decisive steps to ensure that these resources are utilised in line with the government’s economic objectives.”
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/Hamdia Mohammed
