Members of the Locked-up Investment Holders Forum have gathered once again at the Finance Ministry to picket, marking their second protest in the span of three weeks. The group is demanding the release of their locked-up funds held at NDK Financial Services and three other deposit-taking institutions.
The protesters had anticipated a meeting with Deputy Finance Minister Stephen Amoah, who had previously assured them of a discussion to address their concerns when he received their petition during their first picketing on May 15. However, the promised meeting failed to materialize, leading the group to reconvene at NDK Financial Services.
In a statement released following their initial protest, the group stated, “After a call today from the Deputy Minister for Finance, to have a meeting with us after returning from a trip on 27th May 2024, to discuss our petition, we are suspending the picketing for tomorrow, 22nd May 2024 and Wednesday, 29th May 2024.”
Despite this temporary suspension, recent developments have compelled the aggrieved customers to resume their picketing efforts. During today’s protest on Wednesday, the Convenor of the group, Dr. Adu Anane Antwi, expressed hope for a potential meeting with the Finance Ministry, stating, “There is a chance for them to still meet us.”
The Locked-up Investment Holders Forum remains determined to have their grievances heard and their locked-up funds released. The ongoing protest highlights the frustration and financial hardship faced by the affected customers who have been unable to access their investments for an extended period.
