The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has disclosed that Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) received only GH¢362 million from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) throughout 2024.
However, the Minister indicated that the situation improved significantly in 2025, with a total of GH¢5 billion disbursed to assemblies across the country.
Speaking at the government’s Accountability Series on Monday, April 20, 2026, Mr Ahmed Ibrahim outlined a structured quarterly distribution aimed at ensuring consistency and predictability in funding to the MMDAs.
In the first quarter, GH¢790,372,058.40 was released, followed by GH¢1,464,983,309.60 in the second quarter.
The third quarter recorded GH¢1,188,921,640.80, while the fourth quarter saw the highest allocation of GH¢1,592,706,391.20.
The Minister explained that the increased and timely release of funds was linked to specific development obligations expected of all MMDAs.
These include the construction of at least two Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds, three classroom blocks, and ten boreholes in each district, as well as the completion of ongoing legacy projects.
In addition, 25 percent of the Common Fund was earmarked for the development of 24-hour economy model markets, in line with the government’s broader agenda to stimulate economic activity and create jobs at the local level.
Mr Ahmed Ibrahim said the improved funding is expected to accelerate infrastructure development and enhance service delivery at the district level.