Former Deputy Education Minister, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has called on the government to ensure that the 2025 budget includes measures to mitigate the economic impact of the recent shutdown of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programmes in Ghana.

In a post on X on Friday, February 14, he stressed the need for resilient domestic strategies to counter the potential setbacks arising from the development.

Rev. Fordjour highlighted the importance of proactive policymaking to sustain key sectors that may be affected by the withdrawal of USAID support.

“I joined my colleagues in Parliament to make the point for resilient domestic measures to offset potential impact that USAID shutdown may exact on our economy,” he stated.

His remarks reflect growing concerns about the economic implications of reduced foreign aid, particularly in areas such as education, healthcare, and agriculture.

He further urged policymakers to prioritise alternative funding sources and strengthen Ghana’s self-reliance in critical sectors.

According to him, the government must act swiftly to cushion the most vulnerable groups who stand to be affected by funding gaps left by USAID’s exit.

“This is a moment for us to reinforce our domestic capacity and ensure that vital services continue uninterrupted,” he added.