Northern Regional Minister Praises Ato Forson for Improved Common Fund Releases
Northern Regional Minister Ali Adolf John praised Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson for significant improvements in the release of the District Assemblies Common Fund.
In Brief
- •Northern Regional Minister Ali Adolf John praised Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson for significant improvements in the release of the District Assemblies Common Fund.
- •MMDCEs are happy about the increased support reaching their assemblies, especially those who have taken the pain to understand the difficulties previous DCEs faced.
- •The situation has changed under President Mahama and Dr. Forson’s stewardship at the Ministry of Finance, with many MMDCEs experiencing relief and excitement.
Why It Matters
The improved release of the District Assemblies Common Fund is crucial for the development and sustainability of local authorities. It ensures that district assemblies have the necessary resources to carry out their developmental activities, which in turn contributes to the overall economic and social development of the region. This development is a testament to the effective stewardship of the Finance Minister and the current administration.
Key Details
- Region
- Northern Region
- Minister
- Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson
- President
- John Dramani Mahama
Context & Background
In the past, district assemblies struggled to receive even the limited amounts promised to them, particularly over the last eight years. This has led to a lack of resources for developmental activities, affecting the overall economic and social development of the region.
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