Former Finance Minister Mohammed Amin Adam has called on members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to remain calm and focused as the party navigates internal challenges following its electoral defeat.
In a strongly worded press release dated July 16, 2025, the former minister expressed confidence in the party's ability to rebound, while launching a scathing attack on the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC). "It is not unusual for a party defeated in elections seven months ago to face the internal problems we are currently experiencing," Amin Adam stated. "This is a phase that will undoubtedly pass.
The New Patriotic Party will rediscover its winning formula well ahead of the next general elections." He accused the NDC of quickly squandering the goodwill it enjoyed when it assumed office, arguing that its current policies have brought more hardship than hope to the Ghanaian people. "Unsurprisingly, our opponents, NDC, have so far failed to demonstrate the competence needed to meet the expectations of the majority of Ghanaians," he said. "The goodwill they enjoyed at the outset of their administration is rapidly eroding under the weight of failing policies." Citing the recent hike in energy levies, including the "Dumsor Levy" which took effect today, July 16, Amin Adam warned that the move would worsen the already high cost of living in the country. "Over the last six months, we have seen taxes increased and extensions of taxes that were due to end this year," he noted. "The government has refused to heed the pleas of Ghanaians, including transport associations, regarding the potential increase in transport fares due to the levy." He also lamented rising insecurity and job losses among the youth, questioning the NDC's commitment to job creation. "It is deeply troubling to learn that a government that promised jobs will implement measures that take jobs away from the very people who voted them into office," he remarked. "If you have recently lost your job, please know that the NDC has abandoned you and shows little concern for your welfare. "The future NPP Government will restore your jobs and bring back dignity to the young people of our country." Despite a recent appreciation in the value of the Cedi, Amin Adam argued that the relief was not translating into improved living conditions.
He highlighted the 17% increase in electricity tariffs against a modest 10% rise in basic wages, warning that the average Ghanaian could no longer depend on disposable income to support their families.
