The Minister of Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has been warned that he risks a prison sentence if he fails to present the mini-budget to Parliament before the House adjourns. <\/p>\n This caution was issued by the Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, during a parliamentary sitting on Thursday, December 19.<\/p>\n Dr Amin Adam has been absent from Parliament for four consecutive days, leaving the budget for the first quarter of the coming year in limbo. <\/p>\n His absence has raised significant concerns among Members of Parliament, with some accusing the government of neglecting its fiscal responsibilities during this crucial transitional period.<\/p>\n Speaking on the floor of the House, Dr. Ato Forson expressed frustration over the finance minister\u2019s continued absence and urged him to carry out his constitutional duties. <\/p>\n He warned that failing to present the mini-budget on time could have severe legal and political repercussions.<\/p>\n \u201cThere are severe penalties for not doing this, including a jail term,\u201d Dr Forson stated. <\/p>\n He also reminded those in office of their obligations under the Constitution and the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act, which mandates adherence to fiscal procedures to ensure stability. <\/p>\n He called on the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to take immediate steps to compel the finance minister to appear before the House.<\/p>\n The minister\u2019s absence has drawn widespread criticisms, with many viewing it as a lack of commitment to addressing the nation\u2019s economic challenges. <\/p>\n Members of Parliament have reiterated the need for accountability and urged the government to prioritise its responsibilities, particularly as the country transitions into a new fiscal year.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, watch as outgoing MP for Ayawaso Central, Henry Quartey, gives assurances that they will be there to support first-time entrants into Parliament, below:<\/b><\/p>\n![\"Dr](\"https:\/\/cdn.ghanaweb.com\/imagelib\/pics\/934\/93426218.295.jpg\" "\\"Dr")
Dr Ato Forson has sent a caution to Minister of Finance Dr Amin Adam<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n