Mahama Ayariga, the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, has intensified his demand for the resignation of the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, his deputies, and the entire board, citing grave concerns over their management of the country’s central bank.

In a press conference held recently in Accra, Ayariga expressed strong dissatisfaction with what he described as the Central Bank’s mishandling of economic affairs and highlighted issues of alleged corruption and lack of transparency.

He pointed to recent controversies surrounding the procurement process for a new Bank of Ghana headquarters, which has been marred by escalating costs and suspicions of financial impropriety.

“The current leadership of the Central Bank cannot continue to mismanage the economy without being held accountable,” Ayariga declared, urging for immediate leadership changes.

He recalled a previous attempt by the opposition to submit a petition to the Central Bank, which was met with disdain from the Governor who reportedly referred to them as “hooligans.”

“We are resolute in our demand for change,” Ayariga emphasized, announcing plans for a renewed protest march to the Bank of Ghana headquarters on the 30th of this month to demand accountability and transparency.”

A formal notification of their intent to protest has already been forwarded to the regional police commander, as Ayariga seeks assurance of security and cooperation during the demonstration.

He expressed optimism for a peaceful protest aimed at highlighting the public’s concerns regarding the Central Bank’s operations.

Criticism of the Bank of Ghana’s monetary policies also featured prominently in Ayariga’s address, with the MP attributing high inflation rates, soaring interest rates, and escalating unemployment to what he perceives as flawed financial strategies.

“We demand new leadership that can steer our financial policies towards sustainable growth and stability,” Ayariga asserted.

Ayariga’s calls for the resignation of the Bank of Ghana leadership reflect mounting frustrations within certain quarters of Ghana’s legislative body regarding economic management and the urgency for reforms.

With the protest date looming, all eyes are on how authorities and the public will respond to these increasingly vocal demands for accountability and change.