Parliament on Thursday approved GH¢4 billion budget allocation for the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs for the 2025 fiscal year.

The funds will be utilised to pay allowances for assembly members and traditional authorities, as well as support various programs and projects under the Ministry.

The approved budget also includes plans to establish a National Prayer Day, further highlighting the Ministry’s focus on promoting religious affairs and community development.

According to Mr Governs Agbodza, the Minister for Roads and Highways and Member of Parliament (MP) for Adaklu, the assembly members’ remuneration will be part of the Common Fund formula, which is currently being considered.

“Mr. Speaker, the assembly members’ remuneration will be part of the Common Fund formula, which is being considered,” he stated on the Floor of Parliament.

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs plays a crucial role in overseeing local governance structures, traditional authorities, and religious affairs in Ghana.