According to him, the delays associated with disbursement, which hinder development at the district level, will be a thing of the past.
The Banda MP made the promise during his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Mr. Ibrahim noted that delayed releases of the DACF have affected successive administrations.
He cited instances in 2014 and 2024 when third- and fourth-quarter payments were delayed.
“Whether you win or lose elections, you pay the price,” he said. “A government that wants to win elections must ensure District Chief Executives (DCEs) are resourced to work.”
Recounting his eight years as a member of the Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee, Mr. Ibrahim pledged to work closely with the incoming Common Fund Administrator to ensure timely disbursements.
“There is going to be a radical shift of mindset at the various Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs).
“I can build a whole district. You cannot have one building in a district and claim it cannot be maintained within the jurisdiction,” he stated.
To ensure effectiveness and efficiency, he announced plans to engage former ministers, including Joseph Yieleh Chireh, Kwamena Ahwoi, and Alima Mahama, to draw on their expertise for better policy direction.
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