The Minority in Parliament is calling for a full-scale parliamentary investigation into the future of AT Ghana, formerly AirtelTigo, following reports that the government is considering either merging or selling the state-owned telecommunications company.
Addressing journalists in Parliament on Tuesday, October 15, 2025, the Ranking Member on the Communications Committee, Matthew Nyindam, said the Minority would resist any attempt to dispose of what he described as a strategic national asset without due process, transparency, and parliamentary approval.
Mr. Nyindam accused the Minister of Communications, Samuel Nartey George, of inconsistency and lack of openness in managing AT Ghana’s affairs, warning that any merger or acquisition deal concluded without parliamentary oversight would be considered illegitimate and subject to reversal by a future administration.
“We are demanding an immediate halt to the ongoing consolidation or acquisition process and a comprehensive parliamentary inquiry into the circumstances and terms of the proposed deal,” Mr. Nyindam said.
He stressed that state assets must be managed in the interest of Ghanaians and not for private or political gain.
The Minority’s call follows reports that government is in talks with Telecel Ghana over a possible merger, despite earlier negotiations with other potential investors such as Afritel and Rektron, who had reportedly pledged to inject over US$150 million in the first year and up to US$1 billion within five years to revitalize AT’s operations.
Mr. Nyindam, who is also the Member of Parliament for Kpandai, said the Minister’s shifting stance—from pursuing a strategic investment partnership to now advocating a merger with Telecel—has created uncertainty and anxiety within AT Ghana’s management and workforce.
He cautioned that a merger could weaken competition in the telecom sector, entrench a duopoly between MTN and Telecel, and threaten thousands of direct and indirect jobs.
“AT is a strategic national asset acquired to protect jobs, promote competition, and safeguard Ghana’s digital infrastructure,” he emphasized. “These objectives remain relevant today, and Parliament must ensure they are not sacrificed for political convenience or personal interest.”
The Minority also demanded full disclosure of all documents and correspondence relating to the transaction, including advisory reports from KPMG, the transaction advisor. It further called on the Attorney General to clarify the legal basis for any commitments made to Telecel or other interested parties.
The group warned that any transaction executed without parliamentary approval “will lack legitimacy and face future legal and reputational consequences.”
Mr. Nyindam urged President John Dramani Mahama to ensure that all decisions concerning AT Ghana are handled transparently and in the national interest.“This is not merely about selling a company,” he said. “It is about safeguarding a national institution that remains vital to Ghana’s digital and economic future.”
