Each Minority Member Contributed Only GHC2,200 For The Donation – Kevin Taylor Reveals

The Minority Caucus’ much-publicized GHC200,000 donation to Adum Blue Light Market fire victims has sparked fresh controversy thanks to controversial media personality Kevin Ekow Taylor. Taylor claims that only GHC2,200 was contributed by each of the 88 Minority Members of Parliament to the total sum. During his program “With All Due Respect,” he made the claim and questioned whether such a contribution demonstrates genuine concern or merely political optics.

“These are MPs who are paid handsomely every month and have allowances and privileges, but this is all they could offer when people have lost everything they were able to earn?” He asked in a satirical way. This assertion was made during the three-hour broadcast from 55:00 to 18:00. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Minority Leader, made the donation in Kumasi. He expressed his condolences to the victims and urged the government to use the Contingency Fund as well. Traders, through their chairman Joseph Bobie Ansah, received the support with gratitude, describing it as a timely relief.

But Kevin Taylor’s comments have triggered a wave of conversation online and within political circles. Now, a lot of Ghanaians are wondering if GHC2,200 per MP truly reflects the level of compassion and accountability that is expected of elected officials in times of national emergency. Critics contend that lawmakers’ insufficient contribution is disappointing in a time when market women and everyday citizens frequently give beyond their means to assist those in need. Others, however, believe any support should be acknowledged and seen as a gesture of solidarity.

Still, Taylor’s criticism highlights a deeper concern: whether the people’s representatives are truly living up to their mandate not just through legislation and speeches, but through meaningful action when it matters most.

The focus now shifts from what was given to what could have been or should have been as the victims of the fire begin the challenging process of rebuilding.