Cocoa Price Politics Backfires: NDC Faces Its Own Words in Farmer Debate

The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has come under sharp criticism over its handling of cocoa price debates, with many accusing the party of playing politics with the livelihood of Ghanaian farmers.

Observers say the current embarrassment the NDC faces is a direct result of the position it took while in opposition. At the time, party leaders repeatedly accused the government of failing cocoa farmers and promised extraordinary increases in producer prices once they returned to power.

However, the reality of global cocoa markets, pricing structures, and sustainability concerns has forced the NDC into a corner. The same factors they once dismissed are now being cited by their own policymakers, leaving the party battling accusations of inconsistency and political opportunism.

Industry experts argue that cocoa pricing is a delicate balance influenced by world market trends, cost of production, and the stability of the Cocoa Marketing Board. Critics insist that reducing this complex issue to political soundbites only undermines the trust of farmers, who depend on accurate information and realistic assurances.

With cocoa prices at the heart of Ghana’s economy and affecting millions of livelihoods, political parties are being urged to prioritize sustainable policy over populist rhetoric. Farmers, meanwhile, remain watchful — calling for honesty and fairness from all sides.