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Mohammed Amin Adam

Also known as: Dr Amin Adam · former Finance Minister · Dr Mohammed Amin Adam · the former Finance Minister · the Karaga lawmaker · Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam · Dr. Amin Adam · Dr. Adam · Ken Ofori Atta

Mohammed Amin Adam — former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, criticizing Ghana's gold purchasing programme losses in 2025.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Other members include former Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, Dr Gideon Boako, Dr Kabiru Tia Mahama, Dr Antoinnette Tsibo-Darko, Dr Jemima Nunoo, Dr Mutaka Alolo, Hon.

    Oppong Nkrumah named chair of NPP policy committee amid party reorganisation
  3. Joy Online

    Member of Parliament for Karaga and former Minister for Finance, Mohammed Amin Adam, has commissioned a new one-storey 12-unit classroom block at Northern School of Business, the school where he pursued his O-Level education.

    Amin Adam commissions 12-unit classroom block at former school NOBISCO
  4. The Chronicle

    Mohammed Amin Adam, has called for careful policy attention, following the release of the Bank of Ghana’s audited 2025 financial statements, noting that certain trends could have implications for Ghana’s fiscal outlook and post-programme economic management.

    Amin Adam: BoG’s 2025 Accounts Signal Fiscal Pressures
  5. Joy Online

    Boamah-Nyarko also referenced ongoing concerns raised by former Finance Minister and Ranking Member on the Finance Committee, Mohammed Amin Adam, describing them as part of the Minority’s duty to ensure transparency and policy discipline.

    Minority scrutiny key to preventing economic relapse — Boamah-Nyarko replies Sefwi MP
  6. Joy Online

    at the situation of our economy would have been if the central bank had not taken those actions, or if they had remained in power.” His comments come in response to concerns raised by former Finance Minister and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Mohammed Amin Adam

    BoG critics seeking Ghana’s doom – Sefwi MP
  7. Joy Online

    Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has called for urgent reforms in the treatment of Bank of Ghana finances under Ghana’s IMF-supported programme.

    Amin Adam calls for IMF action on BoG recapitalisation, gold sales and monetary risks
  8. Joy Online

    Former Finance Minister and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has petitioned the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over concerns arising from the Bank of Ghana’s audited 2025 financial statements, warning of what he describes as “material im

    Amin Adam petitions IMF over BoG’s 2025 accounts, flags fiscal risks
  9. Joy Online

    Former Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Karaga, Mohammed Amin Adam, has alleged that the Bank of Ghana used proceeds from gold sales to mask the true extent of its financial losses in 2025.

    BoG’s losses worse than reported despite gold sales – Amin Adam
  10. Joy Online

    Former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, Mohammed Amin Adam, has raised fresh concerns about the financial reporting practices of the Bank of Ghana, arguing that the institution’s 2025 losses were significantly understated in public discourse due to the accounting treatment of gold

    Amin Adam questions BoG accounting treatment of gold sales and rising losses
  11. Joy Online

    Former Finance Minister, Mohammed Amin Adam, has claimed that the financial position of the Bank of Ghana in 2025 was significantly weaker than officially reported, arguing that proceeds from gold sales were used to cushion the impact of heavy operational losses.

    Gold sales cushioned deeper BoG losses, Amin Adam alleges

Wednesday 2 September

  1. GoldBod losses total $1.9bn including foregone tax revenue

    Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam alleged that Ghana's total loss from the gold purchasing programme in 2025 was US$1.9 billion when including US$150 million in foregone tax revenue from the scrapped withholding tax on unprocessed small-scale gold, not the reported US$1.7 billion in trading losses alone.

    2 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 1 September

  1. NDC chairman dismisses NPP attacks on Ghana Gold Board

    National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia rejected opposition criticism of the Ghana Gold Board, describing it as political distraction from the government's gold purchase programme. The NPP has questioned the institution's financial performance, with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin citing reported losses of about GH¢1.7 billion, though the GoldBod CEO has rejected the claim.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GoldBod denies unlawful forex trading without Bank of Ghana approval

    The Ghana Gold Board has dismissed opposition NPP allegations that it is unlawfully conducting foreign exchange sales without Bank of Ghana authorisation, saying its forex operations have full central bank alignment and regulatory approval and allow commercial banks to participate without breaching BoG guidelines.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. GoldBod gold purchases contributed 1.3% to reserves growth

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam disputed claims that Ghana's gold purchase programme significantly boosted foreign exchange reserves, citing Bank of Ghana data showing gold contributed only US$60.9 million (1.3%) of a US$4.716 billion reserves increase, while actual gold holdings fell 39% from 30.5 tonnes to 18.6 tonnes.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Ghana lost money selling gold despite exceptional price surge

    Former Finance Minister Amin Adam says Ghana's gold purchase programme lost about 17 per cent of the value of raw gold sold by the Bank of Ghana, despite gold prices rising 62.9 per cent in 2025. He attributes the losses to exchange rate differences, discounts to foreign buyers, and transaction fees rather than market conditions.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  5. NPP demands accountability on Ghana gold trading programme losses

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has called for full disclosure and accountability regarding reported losses in Ghana's gold trading programme, citing discrepancies between figures in the IMF Country Report (approximately GH¢22 billion economic cost), the Bank of Ghana's reported loss (GH¢9.05 billion), and GoldBod's reported surplus. Dr Amin Adam said the NPP is seeking answers and supporting documents, including a formal reconciliation of these figures from the relevant institutions.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  6. NPP questions GoldBod's authority to operate forex bureau

    The NPP's Dr Mohammed Amin Adam said the Ghana Gold Board appears to be conducting foreign exchange sales and auctions, and questioned whether it has legal mandate under the Ghana Gold Board Act or licensing from the Bank of Ghana to do so.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Former Finance Minister demands BoG Governor step down from GoldBod board

    Karaga MP and former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has called for the removal of the Bank of Ghana Governor from the Ghana Gold Board's board, citing conflict of interest since the central bank finances the gold purchase programme while also recording losses from it.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Ghana's gold programme lost money despite 62.9% price rise

    Former Finance Minister Amin Adam says Ghana's gold purchase programme incurred substantial losses in 2025 despite international gold prices rising 62.9 per cent, citing exchange-rate gaps, discounts to foreign buyers, and handling fees as major costs built into every transaction.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Amin Adam questions GoldBod's GH¢5.45 billion reported surplus

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has challenged GoldBod's reported GH¢5.45 billion surplus for 2025, arguing that GH¢4.54 billion of it was a government capital injection credited on December 30, 2025, which should not be counted as revenue under standard accounting rules. He stated that of the remaining GH¢909.9 million, about GH¢827 million was fee income from the Bank of Ghana, and questioned how GoldBod could report a surplus while the institution providing the funds recorded a loss.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Karaga MP vows to beat NDC through development record

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, speaking after commissioning a CHPS compound in Kpukpalga, pledged to intensify development projects in his Karaga constituency and compete fiercely with the NDC. He criticized the NDC government's construction of a second CHPS compound at the same location, arguing the resources should instead fund nurses' quarters.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 31 August

  1. Amin Adam declares Bawumia will become President regardless of NDC

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam stated that former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia will become President of Ghana regardless of opposition from the NDC, and criticized the government for failing to address the needs of rural farming communities like Kpukpalga.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Former Finance Minister criticizes Mahama administration

    Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, described the John Dramani Mahama administration as "the worst government in Ghana's history" during a visit to Nyangbulun community, where he also donated to local healthcare and pledged water infrastructure support.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Former finance minister commissions four health facilities in Karaga

    Former Finance Minister and MP for Karaga, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, commissioned four health facilities in Sung, Nyensobga, Nyengbolo and Kokpelga on August 30 to improve healthcare access in the constituency.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 29 August

  1. Akufo-Addo pays respects to late Dagbon overlord Ya-Naa

    Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo visited Gbewaa Palace to mourn Ya-Naa Abukari II, the late overlord of Dagbon, and extended condolences to the Regent and people of the Kingdom. The late overlord had previously credited Akufo-Addo's role in the peace process that restored unity to Dagbon.

    29 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Amin Adam supports 200 tertiary students via Anta Fund

    Karaga MP Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has supported 200 tertiary students with school fees through the Anta Education Fund, bringing the total number of students assisted since the fund's 2020 launch to 1,519. He reaffirmed education as a priority and pledged continued investment in educational development in the constituency.

    29 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Amin Adam's education fund reaches 1,519 beneficiaries with new support

    Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, Member of Parliament for Karaga, has provided financial support to 200 students from tertiary institutions to pay school fees through the Anta Education Fund, bringing total beneficiaries since 2020 to 1,519. The fund was established to ease financial burdens on students in the Karaga Constituency and has expanded across the area.

    29 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 10 August

  1. Afenyo Markin urges GoldBod CEO to accept criticism constructively

    Parliament's Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo Markin cautioned Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi against taking criticism personally and attacking his critics, urging him instead to respond to concerns about the institution's operations with facts rather than personal attacks.

    10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Sunday 9 August

  1. Amin Adam congratulates Agalga, commits to constructive parliamentary engagement

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has congratulated James Agalga on his selection as the new Majority Leader, praising his parliamentary experience and intellectual qualities. Amin Adam reaffirmed the Minority's constitutional duties and expressed hope for constructive dialogue and consensus-building between the Majority and Minority on national issues.

    9 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Amin Adam urges Majority-Minority dialogue on national issues

    Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has called for greater dialogue and consensus between the Majority and Minority sides of Parliament in the interest of Ghana, saying stronger engagement between leadership could help build consensus on issues of national importance.

    9 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 24 July

  1. Minority accuses Finance Minister of understating 2026 revenue target

    The Minority in Parliament has accused Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson of deliberately understating the government's 2026 mid-year revenue target, alleging he presented GH¢126 billion instead of GH¢134 billion to conceal a GH¢10 billion revenue shortfall. Ranking Member Kojo Oppong Nkrumah argued the minister departed from standard practice by not presenting actual revenue and expenditure against approved targets in the mid-year budget review.

    24 July 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. Minority Caucus criticises Mid-Year Budget as lacking substance

    The Minority Caucus in Parliament has condemned the government's Mid-Year Budget as "bone without meat," saying it is heavy on rhetoric but light on delivery and fails to address critical issues such as employment creation and citizen welfare. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, speaking on behalf of the Minority, argued that the NDC administration remains detached from the realities of citizens' daily struggles and offers no meaningful solutions to economic challenges.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. Opposition lawmaker attacks 2026 budget review as lacking substance

    Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee Dr Mohammed Amin Adam criticized the government's 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, saying it exposed the government's failure to deliver on promises and lacked meaningful policies to improve Ghanaians' lives. He argued that the Finance Minister's own data contradicted the government's narrative of economic success.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Amin Adam says gov't lost public goodwill over economic challenges

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam accused the government of losing public goodwill following the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, saying its early optimism had given way to economic realities and its own figures contradicted the positive picture it attempted to paint.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Former Finance Minister criticizes 2026 budget as lacking substance

    Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, Member of Parliament for Karaga and Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has described the 2026 Budget as "bones and no meat," arguing that the government has failed to present policies and programmes that directly address Ghanaian concerns. He contended that the Mid-Year Budget Review confirmed the opposition's earlier assessment that the original budget lacked substance and contained many promises but insufficient resources and practical interventions to deliver meaningful results.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Opposition MP attacks 2026 mid-year budget as lacking substance

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, the opposition NPP's Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, criticised the government's 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review as a "talk more, do little" administration, saying the budget lacked necessary policies and programmes to improve Ghanaians' living conditions.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 17 July

  1. Gbewaa Palace holds third-day mourning for late Ya Naa Abukari II

    The Gbewaa Palace in Yendi held the third day adua (mourning and prayer) for the late Overlord of Dagbon, Ndan Ya Naa Abukari II, drawing thousands of mourners from across the country. Islamic funeral rites, traditional drumming, and cultural dances were performed, with attendees including political leaders, clergy, traditional leaders, and delegations from various ethnic groups.

    17 July 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Gbewaa Palace holds third-day adua for late Ya Naa Abukari II

    The Gbewaa Palace in Yendi held the third day mourning and prayer (adua) for the late Overlord of Dagbon, Ndan Ya Naa Abukari II, with thousands of mourners from across the country attending. Islamic funeral rites, traditional drumming and cultural dances were performed, with high-profile attendees including the NDC National Chairman, regional ministers, and various civic and traditional leaders.

    17 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Friday 10 July

  1. Former Finance Minister defends education investments alongside mosque project

    Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, responded to criticism over his commissioning of a 6,000-capacity mosque in Tamale by emphasizing his substantial investment in educational projects across the Northern Region, including classroom blocks and the establishment of several schools.

    10 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Former Finance Minister commissions 6,000-capacity mosque in Tamale

    Dr. Amin Adam, former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, commissioned the Masjid Al-Noor mosque in Tamale, which can accommodate 6,000 people inside its main hall and 4,000 outside. At the event, attended by former Vice President Bawumia and the National Chief Imam, Adam donated GH¢300,000 to support the mosque's operations.

    8 July 2026 · Daily Guide

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