‘Cocaine economy’ – Minority chants after 2027 Budget presentation in parliament

Minority Members of Parliament interrupted the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy presentation on November 12, 2026, by chanting "Cocaine!" and "Cocaine economy!" They expressed frustration over the government's inability to combat drug trafficking in the country. Following Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson's speech, MPs rose in protest, highlighting recent cocaine seizures linked to Ghana.

Some members displayed placards accusing the government of running a "scam economy" and failing to secure the country's borders against narcotic substances. The Minority's actions aimed to make drug trafficking the main topic of parliamentary discussions, using the budget presentation to garner public attention. This protest occurred amidst heightened political debates over recent cocaine seizures, such as the 2.6-tonne haul seized by Spanish authorities at the Port of Valencia.

The Minority's demonstration transformed the budget presentation into a platform where they could voice their discontent with the government's approach to narcotics trafficking.