Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson, has with nostalgia, reflected on hs rise from a young parliamentarian in 2009 to his current role as Minister of Finance.
Presenting the 2025 Budget Statement in Parliament on Tuesday, in Accra, Dr Forson said: “Mr. Speaker, standing here evokes a deep sense of nostalgia as I reflect on my journey in public service.
“From my early days as a young parliamentarian in this House in 2009, destiny has guided my path—from a backbencher to a member of the Finance Committee, then to Deputy Minister for Finance, Ranking Member on the Finance Committee, Minority Leader, briefly Majority Leader, and now Minister for Finance.”
The presentation of the Budget was in accordance with Article 179 of the 1992 Constitution.
The Finance Minister emphasised the significance of his time in Parliament, noting that it had shaped his outlook and prepared him for the challenge of leading Ghana’s economic recovery.
“Mr. Speaker, the invaluable experience I gained in this chamber has shaped my perspective, sharpened my focus, and prepared me for the task at hand. I am fully committed to supporting the President in restoring Ghana’s economy.”
Dr Forson had in earlier contributions to discussions in Parliament emphasised the need for prudent financial management and economic reforms.
He also gave an assurance that revenue generation would remain one of his priorities as Finance Minister, focusing on revenue rather than debt to develop the economy.
-GNA
