Minority Slams Government’s AT-Telecel Deal, Accuses Minister of Duopolizing Telecom Sector.

The Minority Caucus has vehemently condemned the government’s plans to consolidate AT with Telecel, alleging that the Communications Minister, Sam George, is hastily attempting to dispose of AT, a strategic national asset, for personal interests.

According to Matthew Nyindam, Ranking Member on the Information and Communications Committee, the Minister rejected a proposal by Canadian firm Rektron to purchase shares in AT, instead choosing Telecel for “strange interests”.

Nyindam claimed that this decision would lead to a duopoly in the telecom sector, undermining competition and national interests.

The Minority is demanding a comprehensive parliamentary inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the transaction, full disclosure of all related agreements, correspondence, and reports, as well as the release of transactional advice, including recommendations from AFROTEX/Rektron on the “highest and best use” of AT Ghana.

Nyindam emphasized that AT is a national institution that has served Ghana diligently and that any decisions regarding its future must be subject to full parliamentary scrutiny.

The Minority insists that the government must prioritize transparency and accountability in the process, ensuring that AT remains in Ghanaian hands and continues to serve the country’s digital and economic future.