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In 2025, the Government disbursed more than GH¢5 billion to Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) through the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF), a substantial increase compared to the previous year's allocation. This figure represents a significant jump in direct funding to MMDAs, with the previous administration disbursing only GH¢390 million in the same period under the 2024 fiscal year.

Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on October 5, Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Mahama Ayariga highlighted the increase in funding during President John Dramani Mahama's administration. He emphasized that the substantial increment, about twelve-fold compared to the previous year, underscored the government's commitment to decentralization and adherence to the principle of "triple Fs."

While the NPP government spent a small amount on MMDAs in 2024 - GH¢390 million - under the NDC's first year, over GH¢5 billion was allocated. Ayariga stressed that this funding should be viewed not just as a national-level financial figure, but as tangible capital supporting development projects within local communities. This included establishing educational institutions, healthcare facilities, water supply systems, sanitation infrastructure, and finalizing incomplete development projects.

The minister underscored that these funds aimed to support local economies and empower assemblies with resources to undertake vital development projects in their respective areas.