Minister of Finance Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson gained attention during the 2025 budget presentation while carrying a handcrafted leather bag. The bag, designed by shoemaker Tonyi Senaya, symbolizes the ‘Buy Ghana, Wear Ghana’ initiative and embodies resilience and national pride.
On March 11, 2025, Minister of Finance Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson became the talk of the town not solely due to the 2025 budget presentation. He was observed carrying a meticulously handcrafted leather bag that impeccably matched his suit during this significant event, which marked the first budget presentation of the John Dramani Mahama administration.
In a post shared on X, Dr. Ato Forson elaborated on the symbolism behind his handcrafted ‘Made-in-Ghana’ bag, which was utilized to convey the national budget statement to Parliament. He stated that this bag was designed by the esteemed shoemaker, Tonyi Senaya, as a tribute to President Mahama’s “Buy Ghana, Wear Ghana” agenda.
Dr. Ato Forson described the bag as a remarkable accessory, the Horseman Minimalist Handmade Leather Briefcase—a testament to Ghanaian craftsmanship by Tonyi Senaya’s Horseman brand. He expressed that, “The budget was symbolically carried in a Made-in-Ghana bag, embodying President John Mahama’s ‘Buy Ghana, Wear Ghana’ initiative.”
Furthermore, Ato Forson indicated that the briefcase goes beyond its practical use. He affirmed that it symbolizes resilience, independence, and national pride. He emphasized, “Crafted from premium authentic leather, this briefcase isn’t just about functionality. It is about telling a story of resilience, self-reliance, and national pride.”
In conclusion, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson’s decision to utilize a handcrafted ‘Made-in-Ghana’ bag during the 2025 budget presentation serves as a powerful statement of national pride and the promotion of local craftsmanship. Designed by Tonyi Senaya, the bag symbolizes not only functionality but also resilience and self-reliance in the context of Ghana’s development agenda. This initiative aligns seamlessly with President Mahama’s vision of supporting local products.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
