The Coalition of District Assembly Members (CODAM) has expressed gratitude to President John Mahama for responding to their plea and allocating funds to begin the payment of monthly allowances to them.
During the presentation of the 2025 Budget Statement in Parliament on Tuesday, March 11, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced that the government had allocated GH¢100 million for the payment of monthly allowances to Assembly Members across the country.
In a press statement signed by CODAM President and Dean of Presiding Members, Volta Region’s Mawunyo Agbe, the Coalition extended its heartfelt appreciation to the government.
“Today, at our commendation press conference, the Coalition of District Assembly Members (CODAM) expresses its heartfelt gratitude to His Excellency, President John Dramani Mahama, and his government for their decisive action in fulfilling a key promise of the 2024 NDC manifesto.”
The Coalition further stated, “As clearly stated in the manifesto on page 10, paragraph 4, the commitment was made to ensure that all Assembly Members receive their rightful remuneration. This promise has been decisively acted upon, as further confirmed during today’s budget reading on page 14, paragraph 2.”
According to them, the move to begin paying them is a significant step “that reinforces our collective commitment to good governance, transparency, and the efficient functioning of our Assemblies. By honouring this pledge, the President has not only strengthened public confidence but also set a benchmark for accountability and inclusive development in our nation.”
CODAM congratulated President Mahama on what they described as a milestone achievement and reaffirmed their commitment to working closely with the government.
“We are confident that this action will enhance the operational capacity of our Assembly Members, thereby contributing to more effective service delivery at the grassroots level,” Mawunyo Agbe added.
The Coalition emphasized, “We extend our sincere thanks to President Mahama for his visionary leadership and commitment to realising the promises made to the people. We look forward to continued collaboration as we jointly work towards a more prosperous and equitable Ghana.”
