Scrap Ex-Gratia for 8th Parliament, Deny MPs Salaries — Kokofu
Former Member of Parliament for Bantama, Dr. Henry Kwabena Kokofu, has called on Ghanaians, civil society organizations, and all concerned citizens to advocate for the scrapping of the End of Service Benefits, popularly known as Ex-Gratia, for Members of the 8th Parliament including denying them of their salaries for the rest of the months in the year 2024.
Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of an NPP campaign event in the Aowin constituency in the Western North Region, Hon. Kokofu, who is also a former Chief Executive of the Environmental Protection Agency, said his appeal stems from the actions of Members of Parliament particularly those from the minority side, which have disrupted government business and caused significant setbacks for the country.
He particularly lamented the recent controversy ocassioned by Speaker Alban Bagbin, which has resulted in the indefinite suspension of parliamentary sittings. “I am sure the NDC minority is happy with this situation because, in their view, when government business continues and approvals are secured, it will benefit the Ghanaian people” he remarked.
“Currently, the government has secured a $250 million loan aimed at enhancing the lives of Ghanaians through infrastructure projects, including the construction of roads and hospitals, as well as strengthening our security agencies. However, these efforts remain stalled as Parliament is not in session,” Dr. Kokofu added.
Dr. Kokofu used the opportunity to urge Ghanaians to vote decisively for the NPP and all its parliamentary candidates to avoid a scenario where the NDC continues to hinder Ghana’s progress due to political maneuvering. He emphasized that a strong NPP representation in Parliament is essential to safeguard the nation’s development and ensure that partisan politics does not impede critical projects and national advancements.
