“Kenkey Was GH₵3 Under Akufo-Addo, NDC Promised GH₵1 But Now It Costs GH₵8 to GH₵10” — Moses Abor

According to a report by GHOne TV on Friday, October 23, 2026, Moses Abor, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Greater Accra Regional Organiser, has criticised the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) over the rising cost of kenkey, a popular staple food consumed across Ghana.

Abor compared the current price of kenkey with what consumers reportedly paid during the previous administration led by former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. He claimed that kenkey sold for GH₵3 under the NPP government but now costs between GH₵8 and GH₵10, depending on the seller.

The NPP regional organiser argued that the current prices contradict promises he attributed to the NDC before the party returned to power. According to him, the party had previously criticised the GH₵3 price and pledged to reduce the cost of kenkey to GH₵1 if given the opportunity to govern the country.

Abor questioned the difference between those reported promises and the prices consumers are currently encountering in the market. His remarks have added to the ongoing political debate about food affordability, household expenses and the government’s handling of economic challenges.

Kenkey remains one of Ghana’s widely consumed traditional foods, particularly in Greater Accra and other parts of the country. It is commonly eaten with fried fish, pepper sauce and other accompaniments, making its price an important consideration for many households.

The reported increase has drawn attention to the broader cost of living, as consumers continue to monitor the prices of essential food items. For households that regularly purchase kenkey, changes in its cost can affect daily spending and the amount of money available for other necessities.

Abor’s criticism also raises questions about political promises concerning the affordability of basic goods. His comparison centres on whether the expectations created during the NDC’s campaign have been reflected in the prices consumers currently pay.

However, the figures cited by Abor represent his account of kenkey prices under the two administrations. Actual prices may differ according to location, portion size, production costs and individual sellers. A comprehensive assessment would therefore require broader market data covering different areas and periods.

The comments highlight how the cost of everyday food continues to feature in Ghana’s political discussions, with opposition figures using consumer prices to question the government’s economic performance.

As the debate continues, the affordability of staple foods is likely to remain an important concern for consumers assessing their household budgets and the country’s economic conditions.

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