The United Alternative Government has issued a strong statement addressing the government’s handling of the reported Ebola arrangements, the Finance Bill 2026, and preparations for the Ol Kalou by-election, accusing the administration of secrecy, fiscal mismanagement, and erosion of democratic standards.
On the Ebola Crisis
On the Ebola crisis the coalition criticised what it termed a regime of secrecy and confusion demanding full disclosure of all agreements protocols and public health arrangements linked to Ebola preparedness.
It argued that transparency is essential for national security and public trust warning that citizens cannot be expected to trust a system that struggles to equip hospitals and supply essential medicines
The United Opposition also rejected the Finance Bill 2026 describing it as punitive and inconsistent with public expectations following years of rising taxation debt and unemployment.
They accused the government of prioritising revenue collection over accountability citing corruption wasteful expenditure and lack of value for taxpayers’ money.
The coalition aligned its position with youth-led protests against the 2024 Finance Bill reiterating calls for economic justice and reduced tax burden on households and businesses
Ol Kalou By-Election
On the Ol Kalou by-election the coalition announced plans to back a single candidate selected through independent scientific surveys and opinion polling describing the approach as a commitment to unity and evidence-based politics.
The United Opposition called on the IEBC security agencies and political actors to ensure a peaceful and transparent process warning against voter bribery intimidation and misuse of state resources
The coalition concluded that the three issues reflect a broader crisis of leadership accountability and governance priorities accusing the administration of placing political interests above public welfare.
“No Government can command public confidence while withholding information from the same citizens it serves. No Government can continue taxing its people into poverty while corruption, waste and impunity remain unchecked,” they said.
