Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has questioned President John Dramani Mahama over the decision to reduce cocoa prices, suggesting the move may be politically motivated.
Speaking at Akokoamon in the Tano North Constituency of the Ahafo Region, Annoh-Dompreh argued that the timing of the price reduction—outside an election year—raises concerns about the government’s intentions.
“Would you have reduced cocoa prices if we were in an election year?” he asked, alleging that the government could increase prices closer to elections to win voter support.
He further criticised the administration for what he described as misplaced priorities, claiming that resources are being directed toward party structures instead of supporting cocoa farmers. He cited remarks attributed to Mustapha Gbande, Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), indicating that constituency and regional party offices receive regular financial allocations.
Also speaking on the issue, the Member of Parliament for Tano North, Gideon Boako, questioned the government’s decision to withdraw benefits previously enjoyed by cocoa farmers, adding that key promises made to the sector remain unfulfilled.
Some cocoa farmers in the Tano North Constituency also expressed concern over the price reduction, describing it as a setback that could negatively impact their livelihoods.
The comments come amid growing debate over cocoa pricing policies and their implications for farmers and the broader agricultural sector.
