Forget the numbers for a moment, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson made a statement that went beyond economic policies.
As he walked into Parliament on Tuesday, March 11, to present the 2025 budget, the attention wasn’t just on the speech he was to deliver, but also on the sleek, handcrafted leather briefcase he carried.
And here’s the twist, this wasn’t just any briefcase.
In a Facebook post, Ato Forson disclosed that the bag was none other than The Horseman Minimalist Handmade Leather Briefcase, crafted right here in Ghana by celebrated designer Tony Senayah of Horseman Shoes.
The choice was no accident. It was a bold and stylish nod to President John Dramani Mahama’s “Buy Ghana, Wear Ghana” initiative, which champions locally made products.
Made from premium authentic leather, the briefcase wasn’t just about functionality, it was a flex! A perfect blend of elegance, quality, and national pride, proving that Ghanaian craftsmanship can stand tall on any global stage.
The bag, which has sparked widespread reactions among Ghanaians on social media, also caused a stir in Parliament. While addressing the house, Ato Forson proudly remarked, “Mr. Speaker, many people do not know this bag is made in Ghana, and my suit is also made in Ghana.”
So, while the budget numbers sink in, one thing is crystal clear: Made-in-Ghana is the new luxury, and Ato Forson just gave it a serious upgrade!
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