Grain export ban ineffective, root causes must be addressed – Minority

Eric Opoku, the Minority Spokesperson on Agriculture and MP for Asunafo South, has criticized the government's recent ban on grain exports, arguing it won't solve the potential food shortage caused by the drought in Northern Ghana.

He suggests that instead of imposing a ban, the government should address the reasons why farmers export grains, such as higher prices abroad.

Opoku emphasized the need to stockpile food to prevent a crisis.

Meanwhile, Agriculture Minister Bryan Acheampong remains optimistic, stating there will be no famine despite the ongoing drought in the northern region.