Haruna Iddrisu pushes phased increase in DACF to 7.5% from 2027
The Minister for Education and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has called on the government to begin implementing its manifesto promise to increase the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) allocation from 5% to 7.5% of the country’s total projected revenues. Mr. Iddrisu proposed a phased increase beginning in 2027, arguing that the […]
Minister of Education and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, urged the government to commence implementing its manifesto pledge to expand the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) from 5% to 7.5% of the nation's projected revenues. Iddrisu suggested a gradual increase, starting in 2027, with a one percentage point boost followed by another in 2028.
He argued that the move would enhance decentralization and grant Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) greater financial independence to deliver essential services. Speaking at the National Dialogue on Decentralisation and Responsive Governance, Iddrisu proposed allocating one percentage point towards healthcare, enabling assemblies to hire health professionals locally, and another point for education to support devolved services.
He emphasized the importance of predictable and adequate funding through the DACF for effective decentralisation and improved services for citizens.
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