Dr. Stephen Amoah, a Member of Parliament representing Nhyiaeso in Ghana’s Ashanti Region, has launched a scathing attack on the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), criticizing their perceived failure to uphold their social democratic principles and implement pro-poor policies. During a parliamentary debate on the 2025 budget, Dr. Amoah, a former Deputy Finance Minister, argued that the NDC’s inability to introduce policies that alleviate the suffering of Ghanaians warrants the party’s dissolution. He highlighted the budget’s lack of pro-poor initiatives as a prime example of the party’s disconnect from its core ideology.
Central to Dr. Amoah’s argument was the assertion that the NDC has consistently opposed and undermined social interventions implemented by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), while simultaneously claiming credit for such initiatives. He cited the National Health Insurance Scheme and the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy as key examples. Dr. Amoah accused the NDC of initially opposing these programs and only embracing them later for political expediency. This, he argued, demonstrates a pattern of prioritizing political maneuvering over the genuine welfare of the Ghanaian people.
The Nhyiaeso MP further emphasized the NDC’s alleged lack of contribution to significant pro-poor policies throughout Ghana’s history. He challenged the NDC to identify any nationally impactful and internationally recognized pro-poor policy for which they could claim credit. This, he argued, underscores the NDC’s failure to fulfill its mandate as a social democratic party and justifies calls for its dissolution. Instead of focusing on genuine poverty reduction, Dr. Amoah suggested, the NDC has consistently resorted to propaganda and political posturing.
Dr. Amoah contrasted the NDC’s perceived failures with the NPP’s commitment to social interventions, highlighting the Free SHS and National Health Insurance Scheme as evidence of their dedication to improving the lives of ordinary Ghanaians. He framed these programs as tangible examples of the NPP’s proactive approach to poverty reduction, effectively juxtaposing them with the NDC’s alleged inaction and opposition. This comparison served to bolster his argument for the NDC’s dissolution, presenting the NPP as a viable alternative committed to social development.
Furthermore, Dr. Amoah drew a distinction between the quantity and quality of representation in Parliament, seemingly alluding to the NDC’s numerical advantage. Despite the NPP’s minority status, he contended that their focus on quality representation makes them a more effective force for positive change. This “quality over quantity” argument implied that the NDC’s larger parliamentary presence has not translated into meaningful action or tangible benefits for the Ghanaian population, further reinforcing his criticism of the party’s performance.
In concluding his critique, Dr. Amoah reiterated his call for the NDC’s dissolution, emphasizing their perceived failure to champion pro-poor policies and their alleged opposition to social intervention programs. By focusing on the NDC’s perceived disconnect from their social democratic ideology and their alleged prioritization of political maneuvering over genuine public service, Dr. Amoah aimed to discredit the party and present the NPP as a more effective and committed alternative for Ghana’s future. His argument, centered on the 2025 budget’s perceived inadequacies and the NDC’s historical record, served as a pointed indictment of the ruling party’s performance and a call for a fundamental political shift.
