Minority alleges ‘Contempt of Court’ in former MASLOC Boss case, fights tariff hikes
Friday, June 26, 2026
Parliament’s Minority caucus is challenging the government on two major fronts: the handling of a former public official’s jail term, and the recent increase in utility tariffs.
The first issue involves the former Chief Executive of MASLOC, the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre. She was convicted in a high-profile case, but the Minority alleges there was a 15-day delay between the court’s sentencing and her actual imprisonment. The caucus says the delay amounts to “contempt of court” and has demanded a full explanation from the Attorney-General and the Ghana Prisons Service.
According to the Minority, delays in enforcing court orders undermine public trust in the justice system. They argue that the law must apply equally and promptly, regardless of who is involved. The case has been politically sensitive since it began, and the new allegation has reignited debate over fairness and due process.
On the economic front, the Minority is also opposing recent hikes in electricity and water tariffs. The caucus says the increases will place heavy burdens on households and businesses, and will undermine the government’s “24-Hour Economy” agenda. A key spokesperson on energy says raising utility costs now will slow industrial activity and make it harder for factories and shops to operate around the clock.
The government has defended the adjustments, stating that they are necessary to keep utility providers financially sustainable. Officials argue that without cost-reflective tariffs, power and water supply will remain unstable.
For many Ghanaians, the timing is difficult. With the cost of living still high, any rise in utility bills is felt immediately. The Minority is using both the court delay and the tariff issue to frame a broader message about accountability, fairness, and economic pressure.
What’s next: Parliament may summon officials to explain the 15-day delay, and the Minority is expected to press for a review or phased rollout of the tariff increases.
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