Parliament of Ghana has brought to a close its debate on the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) presented by President John Dramani Mahama on February 27, 2026.
The final contributions to the debate were made on Wednesday, March 11, by leaders of both the Majority and Minority caucuses, according to a Facebook update by Parliament following the day’s proceedings.
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga defended the government’s policies, stating that the cocoa producer price under President Mahama has reached record levels.
He explained that the policy is intended to ensure that cocoa farmers benefit more directly from global chocolate prices.
“When the world pays more for a bar of chocolate, the farmer in Sefwi, Enchi and Tepa finally sees a reflection of that value in his pocket,” he said.
Mr. Ayariga added that the initiative forms part of broader efforts to revive Ghana’s agricultural sector and promote local industrialisation, with the aim of making “Made in Ghana” products competitive on the global market.
During his closing remarks, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin criticised the government’s decision to acquire a presidential jet at a time when several hospital projects across the country remain incomplete.
He also raised concerns about the government’s pledge to create jobs for the youth, noting that many young people were unable to take part in recent security service recruitment exercises because they lacked internet access to complete their applications.
Additionally, he criticised the reduction in the cocoa producer price, arguing that the decision had negatively affected cocoa farmers.
The debate concluded with the adoption of the motion on the SONA by Parliament. The motion was moved by Isaac Adongo, Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, and seconded by John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South, indicating cross-party backing for the President’s policy direction for 2026.
 presented by President John Dramani Mahama on February 27, 2026.){kind=link}