The Minority in Parliament has called on President Akufo-Addo to issue a public statement informing organized labor and the general Ghanaian public that it has terminated the sale of a 60% stake in four of its hotels
The NDC MPs emphasized that, despite the withdrawal of the private hotel owned by Ghana’s Minister of Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, from the deal, they still demand an immediate cessation of the sale.
In a press statement released on Friday, July 12, and signed by their leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minority in Parliament asserted that the people of Ghana have clearly expressed their opposition to the dubious arrangement by the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government to sell the SSNIT hotels.
The Minority warned that they will refuse to work with the government in Parliament until an official cancellation of the deal is announced.
Additionally, they stated that if the announcement does not occur by July 16, they will escalate their non-cooperation to include protests.
“The Minority Caucus announces for the information of the general public that until the government makes it clear that it has stopped the sale of the SSNIT hotels, the NDC Caucus will no longer cooperate with the government in the handling of government business in Parliament.”
“Again, if by close of Tuesday, 16th July, 2024 the government fails or neglects or refuses to declare that the sale of the SSNIT hotels has been abolished, we shall escalate our non-cooperation to include measures such as demonstrations across the country,” an excerpt of the statement said.
The statement highlighted that Ghanaians strongly oppose the sale and demand openness and responsibility in the handling of national resources.
The Minority urged the government to prioritize public interests and avoid such controversial dealings.
SSNIT has announced the halt of its proposed sale of a 60% stake in four of its hotels.
In a statement released shortly before midnight on Friday, July 12, SSNIT’s decision followed Rock City Hotel’s withdrawal from the deal. Rock City, owned by Minister of Food and Agriculture Bryan Acheampong, pulled out due to substantial opposition from stakeholders.
The statement, signed by SSNIT Board Chair Elizabeth Ohene, who had previously supported the deal, confirmed that the sale process has been canceled.
SSNIT assured pensioners, contributors, and the public of its dedication to managing the Trust’s affairs responsibly to ensure the longevity of the pension scheme.