During the presentation of the 2025 Budget Statement in Parliament on Tuesday, March 11, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson announced that the government had allocated GH¢100 million for the payment of monthly allowances to Assembly Members across the country.

This initiative aims to support local governance and enhance the effectiveness of Assembly Members in carrying out their responsibilities.

Dr Ato Forson highlighted the critical role Assembly Members play in grassroots governance, stressing that the allowance will serve as a motivation to improve their service to their respective communities.

He noted that this allocation marks a significant step towards recognising and supporting the contributions of local government representatives.

“Mr Speaker, an amount of GH¢100 million has been allocated for the payment of monthly allowance to all Assembly Members,” he stated.

The Minister further reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening local governance structures and ensuring that Assembly Members have the necessary financial support to perform their duties effectively.

The initiative, he added, reflects the administration’s broader agenda of decentralisation and community development.