According to GHOne TV, Sammy Gyamfi, the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has proclaimed Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as the most outstanding Finance Minister in the history of Ghana. During his appearance on GHOne TV, Gyamfi praised Dr. Forson for his rapid economic reforms, notably his success in lowering the treasury bill rate from 28% to 20% within just two months of taking office.
Gyamfi highlighted that such a significant reduction had never been accomplished by any previous Finance Minister in such a brief timeframe. “Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson will be remembered as Ghana’s finest Finance Minister. In less than two months, he has managed to decrease the treasury bill rate from 28% to 20%. This is unprecedented in our history. His methods are bold, risky, and complex, yet they have a profound impact,” he remarked.
Since taking office on January 22, 2025, Dr. Forson has introduced several reforms aimed at stabilizing Ghana’s economy. A key initiative is the creation of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), a regulatory entity established to oversee gold purchases from small-scale miners, combat smuggling, and enhance national revenue from the mining industry. GoldBod is anticipated to optimize gold trading and maximize the benefits for the nation.
Dr. Forson’s financial policies have garnered positive feedback from numerous economists and political leaders, with many considering his reduction of the treasury bill rate a transformative move for Ghana’s financial landscape. His strategies are viewed as a pathway to long-term economic stability, especially in light of the recent economic difficulties faced by Ghana.
As the government continues to roll out reforms, all attention is focused on Dr. Forson to determine whether his policies will lead to sustained economic growth.