The government's proposal to transfer 80% of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) into the Consolidated Fund for infrastructure development has raised concerns among economic analysts and industry experts.
The move, as outlined in the 2025 Budget Statement, could severely weaken MIIF's ability to invest in high-yield assets that would ensure long-term financial stability.
Experts warn that this decision risks turning Ghana into a classic example of the boom-and-bust cycle, where mineral revenues are quickly depleted without creating sustainable economic benefits.
Financial analyst Nii Addo Lawman is arguing that, "The proposal to transfer 80% of MIIF's funds to the Consolidated Fund may provide short-term fiscal relief, but at the cost of long-term financial security.
