Davis Ansah Opoku MP

Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, Ghana.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

I call on President Mahama not to renew the Gold Fields Tarkwa lease.

As Ghanaians return home from South Africa with nothing, our gold must begin working for Ghanaians.

Sign the petition.

#DoNotRenewTheLease
#StopGoldfields

https://t.co/Po2F9fdklC

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

If an applicant is told they failed to meet the pass mark in a security recruitment exercise, the least the authorities can do is disclose the actual score obtained.

Transparency builds trust. Secrecy only raises questions about fairness.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

The leadership of the Young Parliamentarians Forum on Thursday met with the Rt Hon. Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to discuss the Forum’s planned programmes and activities for this session of Parliament.

The meeting provided an opportunity to brief the Speaker on initiatives aimed at strengthening the role of young legislators in parliamentary work, encouraging policy innovation, and promoting collaboration among younger Members of Parliament.

We remain committed to contributing meaningfully to the legislative process and supporting efforts that deepen democratic governance in our country.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

I am a co sponsor of a new bill currently before Parliament called the Constitution of the Republic of Ghana (Amendment) Bill, 2025.

This bill is meant to change parts of our Constitution that currently stop some Ghanaians from holding certain public positions just because they hold another citizenship or are seen as owing allegiance to another country .

Many Ghanaians living abroad are doing very well and continue to support Ghana by sending money home, investing in businesses, creating jobs, and sharing knowledge. This bill is to make sure that such citizens are not unfairly blocked from serving Ghana if they are capable and willing.

Supporting this bill does not mean loyalty to Ghana is reduced. It simply means Ghana is opening up to use the experience and skills of all her citizens, wherever they live.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

Grateful to God for a new year. Thank you all for your support. Wishing everyone peace, good health and success throughout the year. Happy New Year.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

Honoured to join the Young Parliamentarians’ Forum of Ghana on a benchmarking visit to Rwanda. We met with the Parliament and key ministries on youth, unity, communication, and education. Inspired by Rwanda’s story of reconciliation and national purpose.

#ParliamentOfGhana #LeadershipExchange #Unity

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

@BloombergAfrica reports that Telecel Group says it is committing $50 million to ���rescue” AT Ghana and its 3 million subscribers.
But reports indicate Rektron offered $150 million for a 60 percent equity stake.

So why was a deal worth three times more turned down?
Who stands to benefit and what informed the decision?

This goes beyond telecoms. It is about governance, transparency, and economic sense. AT Ghana’s future affects jobs, investor confidence, and the health of Ghana’s communications sector.

If the goal is revival, the right choice should be the one that creates real value, not just short term control.

Ghanaians deserve clear answers.
Because when decisions about national assets do not add up, the public has every right to ask whose interests are truly being served.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

Speaking on Capitol Hill about stopping forced labour in mining, Shared Ghana’s GoldBod solution with US Senators, international MPs & survivor advocates at the ATIP Global Policy Summit.
Bold action needed. Half measures won’t cut it.
#EndHumanTrafficking #Ghana #CapitolHill

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

This year’s MP’s Excellence Awards went beyond the planned 50 students.

✅ 69 BECE candidates supported for SHS
✅ Chop boxes for those with single digits

Proud to help raise standards in the Mpraeso Constituency. Next year, we add certificates to inspire even more excellence.

#Education #Mpraeso #FutureLeaders

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

The government must pause the AT–Telecel merger. Rektron has committed $150m to acquire AT Ghana with a plan to clear debts, recapitalise, modernise networks and deliver 4G/5G.

Ghanaians deserve transparency on which option creates real competition, not expedience.

*Rektron submits proof of US$150 million for AT Ghana to KPMG*
https://t.co/07e8aGprSe

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

@MabuzaGH Keep quiet? My constituents voted that I should not get to Parliament and keep quiet. You may direct your MP to do so, and not me. Get to appreciate governance a bit

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

I recently shared thoughts on the government’s decision to merge AT Ghana and Telecel. This is a commendable step in addressing the imbalance in our telecom sector, where MTN dominates nearly 79 per cent of the market.

Yet the hard truth is that combining two struggling operators does not automatically create a strong competitor. Real progress requires restructuring, efficiency, and alignment with national initiatives such as the Next-Gen Infrastructure Company (NGIC) rollout of 4G and 5G.

When Parliament resumes, I look forward to scrutinising the details of this transaction to ensure that it delivers affordable data, reliable service, and genuine competition for the Ghanaian people.

🔗 Full article here: https://t.co/ggVxtKrwnI

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

@nanakusinho The delay isn’t due to technical limitations; they’ve built equipment and infrastructure, but to a mix of regulatory inertia, hesitant partners, and unresolved policy hurdles.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

As someone born and raised in Adedenkpo, a typical Ga community, I've been following the current discussions about "Akwaaba" versus "Obaake" with great interest. While I appreciate that this debate has brought more attention to our Ga word "Obaake," I believe we need to consider how language evolves and gains broader recognition.

Some words naturally transcend their ethnic origins to become part of our national or even international vocabulary. Take "kwashiorkor" - this Ga word describing childhood malnutrition has gained global recognition in medical literature and is used worldwide. No one questions its Ga origins, yet it serves a universal purpose.

Similarly, "Akwaaba" has evolved beyond its Akan roots to become a symbol of Ghanaian hospitality recognized internationally. When tourists see "Akwaaba" at Kotoka International Airport, they understand it as Ghana's warm welcome, not specifically an Akan welcome.

I believe our focus should be on how our diverse languages can contribute to Ghana's national identity rather than competing for dominance. The beauty of Ghana lies in our multilingual heritage - Ga, Akan, Ewe, and many others all enrich our cultural tapestry.

Instead of seeing this as a zero-sum game, perhaps we can explore ways to celebrate all our languages while recognizing that some words, through usage and time, become part of our shared national vocabulary. This doesn't diminish the value of "Obaake" or any other greeting - it simply acknowledges how language naturally evolves in our diverse society.

Let's use this moment not to divide, but to educate each other about our rich linguistic diversity while building bridges across our communities.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

@ForVolta I can see you do not want to listen or learn. Have a good day. I seldom respond to faceless accounts, so enjoy your day.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

Let’s break it down clearly.

In Mpraeso, NDC’s parliamentary vote barely changed:
2020 – 9,707 votes
2024 – 9,885 votes (a gain of just 178).

The problem wasn’t a surge from the NDC — it was our own base that stayed home.

If we had a presidential candidate who could inspire the 2.1 million people who abandoned us nationwide to vote, this story would’ve been very different.

Until we face that fact, we’ll keep blaming shadows while ignoring the mirror.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

@ForVolta @MBawumia I won my election despite the national headwinds and internal challenges. But if you want to understand the real reason for the vote drop, compare the presidential results in my constituency for both 2020 and 2024. That should tell you everything.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

Even while Parliament is on recess, the Public Accounts Committee is getting ready for an important task.

Yesterday, we sat down with the Auditor-General and some key agencies to prepare for our public hearings, which begin on Monday. Over the coming days, we will review the 2024 Audit Report to ensure that public funds are managed well and every cedi is accounted for.

This is how we keep your trust and protect the public purse.

#PAC #ParliamentOfGhana #Accountability #Transparency

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

Dear President @JDMahama ,

With the courage of Murtala Mohammed,
The precision of Edward Omane Boamah,
And the fearless hearts of Squadron Leader Peter, Flying Officer Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo, we rise.

Let our rivers flow pure, as beautiful as Samuel Aboagye and Dr. Samuel Sarpong, watched over with the vigilance of Alhaji Muniru Mohammed.

For their memory, our children, and our land, let us fight galamsey hard.

[Davis Ansah Opoku MP @OPKlive]

Why should Ghanaians pay almost three times more than Nigerians for the same @DStv service?

The facts speak for themselves.
Premium package: Ghana $82.40. Nigeria $29.00.
Compact package: Ghana $36.20. Nigeria $12.40.

Even Angola, a smaller country with a smaller market, pays just $33 for Premium. South Africa, where MultiChoice is headquartered, pays $51. Yet Ghana is charged the highest.

This raises serious questions.
Why is Ghana charged more despite our smaller market and recent economic improvements?
Why could price increases be reversed in Nigeria after government intervention, but not here?
Shouldn’t Ghanaians enjoy fair and regionally competitive pricing like our neighbours?

I commend the Minister for standing up for consumers, but we must engage carefully. Immediate license revocation could affect hotels, pubs and families who rely on these services daily.

We need constructive engagement with MultiChoice that delivers genuine price reductions, not excuses. Ghanaians deserve fairness, and the state must protect that interest.