The Minority in Parliament is threatening to petition the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II over the government’s decision to reduce cocoa prices.
The move follows a tour of cocoa-growing communities in the Ahafo Region, where farmers voiced strong dissatisfaction over the price cuts and persistent payment delays, which they say are severely impacting their livelihoods.
During visits to Tano North, Asutifi North, and Asutifi South, Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, warned that if the government fails to address the concerns raised, the Minority will formally seek the intervention of the Asantehene.
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“Without action, this administration will have shown that they do not truly care for cocoa farmers, despite the promises made during the 2024 election campaign,” he stated.
Farmers in the affected areas described the situation as worsening, citing the combined burden of reduced producer prices and delayed payments. Many say the financial strain is affecting their ability to cater for their families and fund their children’s education.
Mr Annoh-Dompreh criticised the government’s handling of the cocoa sector, warning that continued neglect could have broader implications for the national economy, given cocoa’s critical role in Ghana’s export earnings.
He assured that the Minority will sustain pressure on authorities to review the pricing decision, adding that further steps will be taken if necessary to ensure the concerns of cocoa farmers are addressed.