On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, the Minority Caucus in Parliament, led by Mahama Ayariga, the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, will stage a demonstration calling for the immediate resignation of the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, his deputies, and the entire board.
The upcoming demonstration is anticipated to be a significant display of opposition, following numerous accusations of corruption and mismanagement at the central bank.
According to Mr. Ayariga, the governor has failed to disclose the current cost of the central bank’s new headquarters, which is under construction at a budget exceeding US$250 million.
Originally estimated at around US$89 million, the price of the head office has ballooned to over US$250 million.
The MP has also claimed that the governor has not revealed the cost of a piece of land that was repurposed from a planned clinic site to build a residence for the governor.
The police have confirmed their awareness of the planned protest and are preparing for the event.
Although the demonstration is expected to be non-violent, authorities are taking precautions, including deploying additional police personnel to ensure order.
Residents along the demonstration route have been advised by the police to stay indoors and avoid any interactions with protesters.
Mr. Ayariga has urged government officials, including the President, to address what he describes as corruption and mismanagement at the central bank.
He has vowed to continue leading protests until his demands are fulfilled.